How to do COVID Self-Testing with a Rapid Antigen Test Kit(ATK)?

Summary

This video provides step-by-step instructions for using a SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Kit (colloidal gold) for self-testing. The process begins with hand hygiene and ensuring the kit is at room temperature. Users then collect a nasal sample by swabbing both nostrils, mix the swab with the provided extraction liquid, and apply the sample to the test cartridge. After a 12-minute waiting period, results are interpreted: a single line in the control area indicates a negative result, while two lines in both the control and test areas indicate a positive result.

Takeaways

• 🧼 Wash your hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer, and ensure they are dry before starting the test.
• 🌡️ Bring the kit to room temperature (15-30°C) before testing.
• 📦 Open the kit and identify the components and instructions before proceeding.
• 🧪 Prepare for the test by removing the Dropper Lid from the pre-filled Extraction Tube and placing the tube in the stand.
• 🧴 Open the swab package at the stick end, and insert the swab into one nostril while rotating, up to 2 cm deep.
• 🔄 Rotate the swab 5 times against the nasal wall, then repeat the process for the other nostril using the same swab.
• 💧 Place the swab into the Extraction Tube, soaking it for 1 minute, and mix the contents by stirring.
• 🧹 Remove the swab while squeezing the sides of the tube, then attach the Dropper Lid and mix the contents by inverting the tube.
• 🧫 Add two drops of the sample into the sample well of the Test Cartridge, and set a timer for 12 minutes.
• 🟢 The result is negative if a colored band appears only in the control area (C), and positive if bands appear in both areas (C) and (T).

Q & A

What should you do before starting the SARS-CoV-2 antigen self-test?

You should wash your hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer. Make sure your hands are dry before starting the test.

Why is it important to bring the kit to room temperature before testing?

Bringing the kit to room temperature (15-30°C) ensures accurate test results, as extreme temperatures can affect the chemical reactions in the test.

What should you do after opening the kit?

After opening the kit, identify the kit components and instructions to ensure you have everything you need for the test.

How far should the swab be inserted into the nostril?

The swab tip should be inserted up to 2 cm (1/2 to 3/4 of an inch) from the edge of the nostril.

Why is it important not to touch the swab tip during handling?

Touching the swab tip can contaminate the sample, leading to inaccurate results.

What should be done after swabbing both nostrils?

After swabbing both nostrils, place and soak the swab into the extraction tube and leave it in the tube for 1 minute.

How do you ensure that the contents of the extraction tube are mixed properly?

After leaving the swab in the extraction tube for 1 minute, stir to mix the contents well and then squeeze the sides of the tube while removing the swab.

What should you do after removing the swab from the extraction tube?

Attach and tighten the dropper lid to the top of the extraction tube and mix the contents by inverting the tube several times.

How many drops of the sample should be added to the test cartridge?

Add two drops of the sample into the sample well of the test cartridge.

How do you interpret the results of the test?

If a colored band appears only in the control area (C), the result is NEGATIVE. If two colored bands appear in both areas (C) and (T), the result is POSITIVE.