Rapid self test for the qualitative detection of IgG and IgM antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 in human blood specimens
Serological tests detect the presence of antibodies (IgG and/or IgM targeting the Nucleocapsid protein) in blood produced by the body in response to an infection, such as SARS-CoV-2.
read moreRecent studies have shown that in people infected with the virus, IgM and/or IgG antibodies appear within 19 days after the onset of symptoms (in 60% of cases within the first week and in 90% within the second week).
COVID-19 SEROLOGICAL TEST is useful for anyone who wants to verify the antibody response following previous exposure to the virus.
read moreSerological tests can be useful for:
1) supporting the diagnosis in addition to molecular tests in cases of symptoms’ delay;
2) screening previous exposures;
3) surveying serum prevalence to define the levels of exposure of the population to the virus (particularly in asymptomatic people).
COVID-19 SEROLOGICAL TEST is a rapid immunochromatographic device for qualitative detection of IgG and IgM antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 Nucleocapsid protein in blood samples. This test indicates that the organism has been exposed to the virus, since specific antibodies targeting it are identified.
| IgG Sensitivity | 98.92% |
| IgM Sensitivity | 92.98% |
| Specificity IgG + IgM | 98.3% |
| Negative | anti-Nucleocapsid IgG and IgM antibodies are not present in the sample or they are present in very low concentrations, which are not detectable by the device. |
| Positive | IgG and/or IgM antibodies have been detected in the blood sample. It is recommended to contact a specialist for further information. |
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The test has been carried out correctly when the instructions for use are followed. It includes the reading time and the interpretation of the results shown at the "RESULTS INTERPRETATION" section of the instructions for use.
A colored line will appear at the control region (C) on the test device, showing that the test performed correctly. The absence of the colored line suggests to repeat the test with a new device and a new sample.
The color and intensity of the lines do not affect the interpretation of the result. The test has to be considered positive regardless of the color intensity of the test line (T).
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