Roche SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test, Nasal/Nasopharyngeal Secreations-Individually packed test devices, 5 Tests/Kit

Sample: Shallow Nasal

Format: Cassette 

Quantity: 5 Tests/Kit 

Time to result: 15 minutes 

Storage Condition: 2-30°C/36-86°F

Diagnostic Sensitivity: 79.7% - 95.7%

Diagnostic Specificity: 96.9% - 99.9%

Contents: 

• Test device (individually in a foil pouch with desiccant)
• Extraction buffer tube
• Nozzle cap
• Sterile swab
• Film (can be attached to the test device when performing outdoor testing)
• Instructions for use
• Quick Reference Guide

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Public Health Ontario-Testing Yourself for COVID-19

Roche’s SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test 

Instruction for Use- SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test Nasal

Roche SARS-CoV-2 Clinical Performance Report

With results ready in 15 minutes, the SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test increases Canada’s testing capacity at the point of care.

• Antigen test reliably and quickly triages people suspected of COVID-19*, with results ready in 15 minutes, allowing informed decisions including rapid isolation
• The test has a sensitivity of 86.2%-90.0% and a specificity of 97.9%-99.3%, based on 1,106  samples collected from patients* from two independent study centers  
• The instrument-free testing kit enables convenient use and a seamless workflow for healthcare professionals at different point of care locations or in resource-limited settings

Product Description: 

Roche’s SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test allows taking the test to the patient while enabling fast decision making and rapid isolation, thus reducing the risk of further spreading the virus.

Roche’s SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test is a rapid chromatographic immunoassay intended for the qualitative detection of a specific antigen of SARS-CoV-2 present in human nasopharynx. This test is performed by healthcare professionals using a nasopharyngeal swab collected from a patient.² The results are intended to aid in the early diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2 infection in individuals suspected of COVID-19 within the first 5 days of the onset of symptoms. The test has a sensitivity of 86.2%-90.0% and a specificity of 97.9%-99.3%, based on 1,106  samples collected from patients with an onset of clinical symptoms of ≤5 days, from two independent study centers¹. Results are ready in only 15 minutes.² 

*All Covid-19 Antigen Rapid Test Device products may be substituted for another brand of a similar quality if we're out of stock due to the shortage. All products are final sale. No cancellations. No returns or exchanges

*About COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Device 

The COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Device detects the presence of SARS-CoV-2 viral nucleoprotein antigens in nasal and nasopharyngeal secretions. In just 15 minutes, individuals can determine a positive or negative result. If positive, individuals should adhere to their local public health guidelines and verify results with a PCR