GenSure P2004 COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kit Instructions

Ensure™ COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kit
Instructions For Use

For professional and in vitro diagnostic use only
Product Name and REF No.
Name: Gen Sure ™
COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kit REF: P2004

Packing Specifications

Cassette:1 T/ bag, Kit: 20 T/ Kit

Intended Use

The Gen Sure ™ COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kit is a polymer immunochromatographic technology and double antibody sandwich principle that is intended for the qualitative detection of the N protein antigen from SARS- CoV-2 in human nasal and/or nasopharyngeal swab specimens directly. Testing is limited to laboratories and medical institutions.
Results are for the identification of SARS-CoV-2 N protein antigen. Antigen is generally detectable in upper respiratory specimens during the acute phase of infection. Positive results indicate the presence of viral antigens, but clinical correlation with patient history and other diagnostic information is necessary to determine infection status. Positive results do not rule out bacterial infection or co-infection with other viruses. The agent detected may not be the definite cause of disease.
Negative results should be treated as presumptive and confirmed with a molecular assay, if necessary for patient management. Negative results do not rule out COVID-19 and should not be used as the sole basis for treatment or patient management decisions, including infection control decisions. Negative results should be considered in the context of a patient’s recent exposures, history and the presence of clinical signs and symptoms consistent with COVID-19.
The Gen Sure ™ COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kit is intended for use by trained clinical laboratory personnel specifically instructed and trained in the techniques of in vitro diagnostic procedures and proper infection control procedures, and individuals similarly trained in point of care settings.

Summary and Explanation

The novel coronaviruses belong to the β genus. COVID-19 is an acute respiratory infectious disease. People are generally susceptible.
Currently, the patients infected by the novel coronavirus are the main source of infection; asymptomatic infected people can also be an infectious source. Based on the current epidemiological investigation, the incubation period is 1 to 14 days, mostly 3 to 7 days. The main manifestations include fever, fatigue and dry cough. Nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat, myalgia and diarrhea are found in a few cases.
Test Principle
The polymer immunochromatographic technology and double antibody sandwich principle were used to detect the novel coronavirus antigen in human nasal or nasopharyngeal swab specimens with the principle of capture method.
During the test, a specimen solution is added to the sample well of the kit. The specimen is first mixed with the colored polymer-labeled novel coronavirus monoclonal antibody 1 on the release pad, and then chromatographed on a nitrocellulose membrane. If the specimen contains novel coronavirus antigens, these antigens will first bind to colored polymer-labeled novel coronavirus monoclonal antibody 1, so that when the mixture is chromatographed on a nitrocellulose membrane, it will be immobilized with the novel coronavirus monoclonal antibody 2. The detection line (T line) was captured to form a colored polymer-labeled novel coronavirus monoclonal antibody1-antigennovel coronavirus monoclonal antibody 2 immune complex. Therefore, a red line appeared on the T line, which was a positive result. If no novel coronavirus antigen is present in the specimens of the subject, a red line will not be formed on the test line (T line), which is a negative result. The quality control line (C line) on the test cassette is coated with goat anti-mouse antibody. Under normal circumstances, a red line should appear on the quality control line(C line) during the test to prove that the test cassette is working properly.

Main Ingredients

1. Material Provided:
   (1) 20 test cassettes;
   (2) 20 specimen processing tubes with extraction buffer;
   (3) 20 specimen sampling swabs;
   (4) 1 instruction for use.

2. Material required but not provided: Timer.

Storage Conditions and Validity

Store at 4-30℃, don’t freeze, protected from light, valid for 18 months. See product label for production date and expiration date.

Specimen Collection

1. The applicable specimen types for this test kit are nasal and nasopharyngeal swab.
2. Nasal swab collection method: Insert the polypropylene fiber head / synthetic flocking head plastic rod swab into one nostril of the patient. The swab tip should be inserted up to 2.5 cm (1 inch) from the edge of the nostril. Roll the swab 5 times along the mucosa inside the nostril to ensure that both mucus and cells are collected, then repeat this process for the other nostril to ensure that an adequate specimen is collected from both nasal cavities. Withdraw the swab from the nasal cavity.
3. Nasopharyngeal swab collection method: Tilt patient’s head back 70 degrees. Gently and slowly insert a nasopharyngeal swab, through the nostril parallel to the palate until resistance is encountered. Gently rub and roll the swab, leaving it in place for several seconds to absorb secretions. Slowly remove swab while rotating it.
4. Freshly collected nasal and nasopharyngeal specimens should be used as soon as possible, but no later than one hour after specimen collection.

Testing Method

Note: Allow the test cassettes, specimen extraction buffers and specimens to equilibrate to room temperature prior to testing.

1. Please read the instruction manual carefully before testing.

2. Specimen solution preparation:
   a. Remove and discard the cap from the specimen processing tube. Be careful not to spill the liquid from the tube.
   b. Insert the swab into the processing tube and plunge the swab up and down in the liquid for at least 15 seconds, taking care not to spill the contents out of the tube.
   c. Remove the swab while pinching wall of the tube with the swab and rotating the swab, to extract the liquid from the swab. d. Press the attached tip firmly onto the specimen processing tube containing the processed specimen.

3. Remove the test cassette from the sealed pouch.

4. Specimen adding: Reverse the specimen processing tube, holding the tube upright, transfer 3 drops slowly to the specimen well (S) of the test cassette, then start the timer. Avoid adding bubbles when dripping.

5. Timing observation: judge the result 15 minutes after specimen adding, do not observe the result 20 minutes later.

Interpretation of Test Results

Positive| | Two lines appear. One colored line appears at the control region (C), and another colored line appears at the test region (T), regardless of the intensity of the test line.
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Negative| | One colored line appears at the control region (C), and no line appears at the test region (T).
Invalid| | Control line fails to appear. Insufficient specimen volume or incorrect procedural techniques are the most likely reasons for control line failure. Review the procedure and repeat the test using a new test cassette. If the problem persists, discontinue using the lot immediately and contact your local distributor.

Limitations

1. For in vitro diagnostic use only.
2. A negative test result may occur if the level of antigen in a specimen is below the detection limit of the test or if the specimen was collected or transported improperly.
3. When collecting the specimens, use the swab supplied in the kit. Use of alternative swabs may result in false negative results.
4. Test results must be evaluated in conjunction with other clinical data available to the physician.
5. Positive test results do not rule out co-infections with other pathogens.
6. Negative test results are not intended to rule in other non-SARS viral or bacterial infections.
7. Negative results should be treated as presumptive and confirmed with molecular assay, if necessary, for clinical management, including infection control.
8. This device has been evaluated for use with human specimen material only.

Warning and Precautions

1. Do not use the kit contents beyond the expiration date printed on the outside of the box.
2. Inadequate or inappropriate specimen collection, contamination of specimen, failure to follow the test procedure may adversely affect test performance and/or invalidate the test result.
3. Use of Nitrile, Latex (or equivalent) gloves is recommended when handling patient specimens.
4. Do not reuse the used test cassette, specimen processing tube or swabs, etc.
5. The user should never open the foil pouch of the test cassette exposing it to the ambient environment until the test cassette is ready for immediate use.
6. If the specimen extraction solution contacts the skin or eye, flush with copious amounts of water.
7. To obtain accurate results, the instructions manual must be followed.
8. Specimen collection and handling procedures require specific training and guidance.
9. Testing should be performed in an area with adequate ventilation.
10. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, and eye/face protection when handling the contents of this kit.
11. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
12. The used test cassette should be discarded according to federal, state and local regulations.

Clinical Performance

The clinical performance of the Gen Sure™
COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kit was established with a study using 548 specimens.

The sensitivity of Gen Sure™ COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kit is 96.86% (95% CI= 93.29% ~ 98.84%), the specificity is 100.00%(95% CI= 98.97% ~ 100.00%), and the total coincidence rate is 98.91% (95% CI= 97.63% ~ 99.60%).

Analytical Performance

1. Limit of Detection
   The LOD of Gen Sure™ COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kit was established using limiting dilutions of an inactivated viral samples. Test result show the LOD is 50 TCID50/mL.

2. Cross-Reactivity
   No cross reaction was observed for the following microorganisms and viruses. Microorganism| Concentration| Cross-Reactivity (Yes/No)
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   Influenza A (H1N1, H3N2)| 1.0 x 105 TCID50/mL| No
   Avian influenza (H5N1, H7N9)| 1.7 x 105 TCID50/mL| No
   Influenza B (Victoria, Yamagata)| 2.5 x 105 TCID50/mL| No
   Parainfluenza virus| 1.0 x 105 TCID50/mL| No
   Respiratory Syncytial Virus| 3.8 x 105 TCID50/mL| No
   Rhinovirus| 1.4 x 105 TCID50/mL| No
   Adenovirus| 1.1 x 105 TCID50/mL| No
   Measles virus| 1.0 x 106 TCID50/mL| No
   Human coronavirus (OC43, 229E, NL63)| 1.0 x 105 TCID50/mL| No
   MERS coronavirus| 1.2 x 105 TCID50/mL| No
   Mycoplasma pneumoniae| 1.0 x 106 CFU/mL| No
   Chlamydia pneumonia| 1.0 x 106 CFU/mL| No
   Legionella pneumophila| 1.1 x 106 CFU/mL| No
   Staphylococcus aureus| 5.0×106 CFU/mL| No

3. Hook Effect
   No hook effect was observed when tested with inactivated SARS-CoV-2 virus at 3.6 x 105 TCID50/mL.

4. Interference
   No interference reaction was observed for the following endogenous substances. Substances| concentration| Substances| concentration| Substances| concentration
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   Purified mucin| 0.5%| Blood (human)| 5% v/v| Hemoglobin| 25 g/L
   Bilirubin| 200 mg/L| Triglyceride| 2500 mg/L| Oxymetazoline| 15% v/v
   Chromoly| 15% v/v| Fluticasone| 5% v/v| Phenylephrine| 15% v/v
   Sodium chloride| 5% v/v| Neil Med| 5% v/v| Sodium hyaluronate| 5% v/v
   Dexamethasone| 0.6 µg/ml| Triamcinolone| 1.18 ng/ml| Mometasone| 1.28 ng/ml
   Menthol| 1.5 mg/mL| Benzocaine| 1.5 mg/mL| Phenol| 15% v/v
   Oseltamivir| 5 mg/mL| Zanamivir| 300 ng/ml| Ribavirin| 2.0 mg/ml
   Pa Rami Vee| 20 μg/ml| Azithromycin| 0.15 g/L| Budesonide| 0.64 nmol/L
   Mupirocin| 10 mg/ml| Tobramycin| 4 μg/mL| Levofloxacin| 5 μg/ml
   Meropenem| 1 μg/ml| Ceftriaxone| 100 mg/ml| Alkanol| 1:10 dilution
   Alkanol nasal wash| 10% v/v| Biotin| 2.4 mg/ml| Beclomethasone| 200 μg/L
   Oxazole| 500 μg/ml| Zicam| 5% v/v| Rheumatoid Factor| 12.5IU/mL

Basic Information

Gen Sure Biotech Inc.
Address: B1-78, Rizhongtian Science and Technology Park, No.585 Tangshan
Street, Shijiazhuang High-tech Zone, 050000, Hebei, P.R. China
E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.gensbio.com
Tel: 86-311-8993 7995
86-311-8993 7996
**** OSMUNDA Medical Technology Service GmbH
Address: Treskowallee 108, 10318 Berlin, Germany
E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +49-30-8186 5123

Index of Symbols

Authorized Representative
| Store at 4-30℃| **| Manufacturer| | Keep dry
| Contains sufficient for tests| | Do not re-use| | Keep away from sunlight
| Do not use if package is damaged| **| Caution| ****| CE marking

Documents / Resources

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References

• 河北精硕生物科技有限公司

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