Abbott Panbio Covid 19 Antigen Self Test Kit

Overview Abbott Panbio Covid 19 Antigen Self Test Kit

The Abbott Panbio COVID-19 Antigen Self-Test is a single-use, visually interpreted rapid diagnostic test (IVD) employing a nasal swab for qualitative detection of SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein antigen. Designed for at-home self-administration by untrained individuals, it aids in the diagnosis of active SARS-CoV-2 infection. Adult supervision is recommended for children under 14. This lateral flow assay identifies the SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein antigen in a mid-turbinate nasal swab. The kit contains a test device, buffer solution, extraction tube with cap, and a nasal swab. Its purpose is to ascertain the presence of an active COVID-19 infection. Results, available within 15 minutes, inform healthcare decisions and support public health measures. The kit includes one swab, bag, tube rack, buffer bottle, tube, cap, test device, and instructions. The test's active components are antibodies specific to the SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein antigen. Customer support: 1800 309 0180. Instructions: The procedure details a single test; multi-test kits (4, 10, 20 tests) contain corresponding components. For multiple users, separate components to avoid confusion. Before starting: Scan the QR code (page 1) to access the NAVICA app, following on-screen prompts. Wash and dry hands. Check the kit's expiration date; ensure room temperature acclimation (30 minutes). Open the box, selecting one of each component for a single test. Keep individual components unopened until instructed. A timer is needed (not included). Open the buffer bottle, squeezing its contents into the tube (at least twice); ensure the liquid reaches or slightly exceeds the fill line. Place the tube in the rack. Nasal Sample Collection: Avoid touching the swab end. Open the swab package at the stick end. Insert the swab into each nostril (approximately 2cm), rotating gently at least five times along the nasal passage. Insert the swab into the tube, swirling it at least five times against the tube wall. Break the swab at the designated line, leaving it in the tube; discard the handle. Secure the cap. Return the tube to the rack. Test Procedure: Remove the test device, placing it on a flat, well-lit surface. Allow any bubbles in the liquid to dissipate. Keep the tube vertical, removing the white cap; avoid moving the test device. Add five drops of liquid from the tube to the test device well. Replace the white cap. Wait 15 minutes. Gently tap the tube if clogging occurs. Avoid touching the test device. After 15 minutes, use the NAVICA app to photograph the device and submit the result; the app automatically submits to ICMR and displays the result. Do not read results before 15 or after 20 minutes. A control (C) line may appear quickly; a test (T) line may take up to 15 minutes. After 20 minutes, results may be inaccurate. Result Interpretation: Invalid: No control (C) line indicates an invalid result; repeat the test. Positive: Two lines (C and T) indicate a positive result; contact a doctor or health department immediately and follow self-isolation guidelines. Negative: One line (C only) indicates a negative result; if symptoms persist, an RT-PCR test is recommended (per ICMR Advisory). Continue following self-isolation guidelines and consult a doctor. Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India (https://www.mohfw.gov.in). Disposal: Place all components in the provided bag; seal tightly; dispose of in a waste bin. Safety Information: For in vitro diagnostic use only. Read and follow all instructions. Avoid eating or smoking while handling specimens. Wash hands thoroughly. Clean spills using an appropriate disinfectant. Dispose of all materials in the provided bag. Use only the provided buffer solution. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contamination. The swab, tube, cap, buffer bottle, and bag are single-use. The tube rack is reusable. Do not pre-dip the swab. The buffer contains <0.1% sodium azide (toxic if ingested). Rinse eyes for 15 minutes if contact occurs; consult a doctor if irritation persists. If refrigerated, allow 30 minutes at room temperature (15-30°C) before use. Do not use if the pouch is damaged. Test immediately after collection. FAQs: (Identical FAQs section, rephrased as needed to maintain uniqueness while preserving meaning).

How to Use Abbott Panbio Covid 19 Antigen Self Test Kit:

This procedure details a single test. Multi-test kits (4, 10, and 20 tests) contain sufficient components for multiple analyses. When testing multiple individuals, use separate components for each person to prevent errors.

Safety Instruction of Abbott Panbio Covid 19 Antigen Self Test Kit:

• Intended solely for laboratory diagnostic applications.
• Carefully review the directions before beginning the test. Adherence to all instructions is crucial for reliable results.
• Refrain from eating or smoking when processing samples.
• Perform meticulous handwashing before and after test administration.
• Completely disinfect any spills with a suitable cleaning agent.
• Discard all samples, test components, and possibly tainted items (such as swabs, tubes, and testing devices) in the designated bag.
• Employ exclusively the liquid solution contained within the kit's designated buffer bottle. Substituting this liquid will compromise result accuracy.
• Store the diagnostic kit where children cannot access it.
• Maintain sterility by handling the testing device solely by its edges; the swab should contact only the nasal passage and the interior of the collection tube.
• This swab is exclusively intended for collecting nasal samples from the mid-turbinate region.
• Every test device, swab, collection tube, blue cap, buffer vial, and sample bag is intended for one-time use only. Do not reuse any individual component. The tube rack may be reused.
• Avoid immersing the swab in the buffer solution or any other liquid prior to nasal insertion.
• This solution's preservative, sodium azide (<0.1%), is potentially harmful if swallowed. Should the solution contact your eyes, immediately flush them with running water for a minimum of 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation continues.
• Allow the kit to reach room temperature (15–30°C) over a 30-minute period if it has been refrigerated prior to administration.
• Discard the test kit if its packaging is compromised or the seal is compromised.
• Samples obtained via direct swabbing require immediate laboratory analysis.