Roche Rapid COVID-19 Antigen Tests
A five step, Point of Care testing solution for COVID-19 from leading brand Roche, giving a clear result after 15 minutes, for use by Healthcare Professionals only
This point of care test is designed for use by clinical professionals (Medical Doctors/Practice Nurse/Employer Occupational Health depts etc) only, and is intended to detect the antigen from the SARS-CoV-2 virus in individuals suspected of infection with COVID-19. Tests must be carried out correctly to ensure an accurate result. Once you have completed your order as normal, we will contact you to verify you are a healthcare professional prior to processing and shipping.
- The COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test is a rapid chromatographic immunoassay for the qualitative detection of specific antigens of COVID-19 present in the human nasopharynx
- The test will only determine whether the person being tested has COVID-19 at the time, not whether they have had COVID-19 previously
- 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 COVID-19 infected person or individuals at risk of exposure such as healthcare workers
- Getting a quick result within 15-30 minutes – no need for a follow-up appointment to discuss the result
- Tests are CE marked and meet the provisions of the Council Directive 98/79/EC for in vitro diagnostic medical devices
- Allowing decentralised testing or access to testing in areas where laboratory testing is not available
- These tests are for current infection, if you need to test for the presence of antibodies following previous infection see our Roche Rapid COVID-19 Antibody Tests
- Each kit contains 25 individually packaged, ready to use tests containing all equipment needed to perform a test
- To see a copy of the user guide, please click here
Once you have completed your order as normal, we will contact you to verify you are a healthcare professional prior to processing and shipping.
Please note that this product is currently subject to a 3-5 working day delivery time