The Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a virus called SARS-CoV-2 which first appeared in China in December 2019. With the elderly and people with pre-existing illnesses, the virus can lead to severe respiratory disease or even severe pneumonia.
Symptoms of COVID-19 can often mimic other familiar conditions, such as the common cold, hay fever, and other illnesses that affect the respiratory system. Completing a coronavirus covid-19 home test can give you the answers you’re looking for if you’re currently experiencing coronavirus symptoms.
How to use the covid-19 at home swab test kit
If you’re concerned about COVID-19 and you want to check whether you’re infected, this easy-to-use home testing kit will allow you to find out without leaving the house. Here’s how it works:
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- A sterile swab is inserted into the patient’s nostril, to the surface of the patient’s posterior nasopharynx
- The swab is placed into an extraction buffer tube. While the buffer is squeezed, the swab is stirred at least 5 times
- Removing the swab, the sides of the tube are squeezed to extract the liquid from the swab, and then the nozzle cap is pressed tightly on to the tube
- Three drops of the extracted sample are added to the specimen well of the test cassette
- The test result will be ready after 15 minutes A positive test is indicated by a coloured line appearing in the top section at points C and T of the result window
How does the COVID-19 blood test work?
This test looks for two different antibodies in your blood: IgM and IgG.
IgM is the first antibody that appears when you are exposed to a virus or other antigen. This is followed by IgG, which promotes immunological memory and long-term immunity.
Here are the simple steps on how to use the covid-19 home testing kit:
- Prick the test subject’s finger to take a blood sample
- Place the blood sample in the sample well provided
- Add 2 to 3 drops of buffer to the sample well
- Wait for 15 minutes, then read your results
Benefits
The SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test enables fast decision making e.g. whether patients need to be put in quarantine, reducing the risk of further spreading. In addition to that it allows for screening of individuals after confirmed exposure to a SARS-CoV-2 infected person or individuals at risk of exposure such as healthcare workers. The benefits of the SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test in short:
- Getting a quick result within 15-30 minutes – no need for a follow-up appointment to discuss the result
- Easy handling which does not require specific training
- No instrument required
Each kit contains individually packaged, ready to use tests containing all equipment needed to perform a test, and comprises of:
- Test device – individual foil wrapped with desiccant
- Extraction buffer tube
- Sterile swab and Nozzle cap
- Film (to attach to test device to facilitate outdoor testing)
- Instructions for use and Quick Reference Guide
Features
- Five simple steps, with results after 15 minutes
- Quick and Easy to read result
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PLEASE NOTE- DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS PRODUCT, WE CANNOT PROCESS REFUNDS FOR IT
Coronavirus symptoms
Many people suspect that they may have had coronavirus due to their symptoms, but with many of the signs mimicking seasonal flu, common cold or other less serious illnesses. It affects each person different and it can be difficult to tell from just symptoms alone.
The coronavirus symptoms to look out for include:
- A high temperature, typically classed as anything over 37.5 degrees celsius
- A new, continuous dry cough. If you already have a cough, this may have have gotten worse.
- A loss of smell or taste
The cough observed with COVID-19 is usually dry and unproductive, and may cause breathing difficulties, especially in those with pre-existing conditions such as asthma or other similar medical problems.
For many people, these symptoms may only be mild, and feel a little like the common cold. However, if you are experiencing any of these symptoms, you should self-isolate for at least 7 days, or until your symptoms have disappeared. This is to make sure that other people around you are safe from the covid-19 virus, as it’s known to have more serious complications in vulnerable people, such as the elderly or immunocompromised.
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