CareStart COVID-19 Antigen Home Test

CareStart COVID-19 Test Features

• Carestart antigen test is fast and easy to self-test at anywhere
• Easy to analyze the results using a mobile app
• Qualitatively detect the SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein
• Use for nasal swab specimen
• Covid-19 antigen test gives immediate results only in 10 minutes
• Recognize an individual’s current infection status to COVID-19
• For use under emergency use uuthorization Only
• For in vitro diagnostic use only

Compatible OS Systems required to use CareStart Covid-19 Antigen Home Test Application

• iOS13 or newer for Apple iPhone
• Android10 or newer for Android Phone

What to buy with CareStart Covid-19 Antigen Home Test Kit

• 3M Tie-On Surgical Mask
• Core Remedy Hand Sanitizer
• Seal Tight Face Shield

How to use Covid-19 Antigen Test Kit ?

• Wash your hands thoroughtly for at least 20 seconds before the test.
• Unpack the test components from the tray.
• Remove the test cassette and place it on a flat, clean surface.
• Locate the extraction vial and gently peel off the aluminum foil seal, make sure to keep the vial upright, and place it in the packaging tray.
• Locate a nasal swab and remove it from the pouch. Be careful not to touch the swab tip.
• Gently insert the swab no more than 3/4 inch into the left nostril. Then, slowly rotate the swab for at least 5 minutes in a circular path for a total of 15 seconds. If you have, see the guidelines.
• Gently remove the swab from the left nostril and place it directly into the right nostril, repeating the process of rotating at least 5 times in a circular path for a total of 15 seconds. Remove the swab from the right nostril.
• Place the swab into the extraction vial. Rotate the swab vigorously at least 5 times.
• Remove the swab by rotating against the extraction vial while squeezing the sides of the vial to release the liquid from the swab. Discard the swab in the trash.
• Close the vial by pushing the cap firmly onto the vial.
• with your finger, mix thoroughly by flicking the bottom of the vial.
• Invert the extraction vial and hold the sample vertically above the sample well. Squeeze the vial gently. Allow three drops of sample to fall into the sample well.
• Now start the timer, read the result at 10 minutes. The test result should not be read after 15 minutes.
• Note: Do not move or lift the test cassette during this time. Do not exit the mobile app during this process.

User Manual of CareStart Covid-19 Antigen Home Test Kit

CareStart Antigen Test Interpretation of Results

Indication of COVID-19 positive Test: One purple-colored line next to “C” and one bluecolored line next to “T” result. NOTE: The color intensity of the blue-colored test line will vary depending on the amount of SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein antigen present in the sample. Any faint blue-colored line in the test line should be considered as positive.

Indication of COVID-19 Negative Test : One purple-colored line only next to “C”.

Invalid COVID-19 Test : purple-colored line next to “C”. Note: An invalid test result indicates that your test has experienced an error and unable to interpret the result of the test. You will need to retest with a new test or consult a healthcare professional.

Things to remember while using CareStart COVID-19 Antigen At Home Test Kit?

• Wash hands thoroughly for at least 20 seconds before and after handling nasal swab samples.
• Immediately use after opening the test device in the pouch.
• When collecting a nasal swab sample, use only the Nasal Swab provided in the kit.
• Avoid touching any bleeding areas of the nasal cavity when collecting specimens.
• Do not use on anyone under 2 years of age.

CareStart Covid-19 Test Kit Storage and Stability Instructions

• Store the covid-19 test kit as packaged between 1 ~ 30°C.
• The test device must remain in the sealed pouch until use.
• Do not freeze any contents of the kit.