OraSure InteliSwab COVID-19 Rapid Test Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- OraSure
Table of Contents
OraSure InteliSwab COVID-19 Rapid Test
Healthcare Provider Instructions for Use
For Emergency Use Authorization For In Vitro Diagnostic Use
NAME AND INTENDED USE
The InteliSwab COVID-19™ Rapid Test is a single-use lateral flow immunoassay
with an integrated swab, intended for the qualitative detection of the
nucleocapsid protein antigen from SARS-CoV-2 from individuals with or without
symptoms or other epidemiological reasons to suspect COVID-19 when tested
twice over two or three days with at least 24 hours but not more than 36 hours
between tests. This test is authorized for non-prescription home use with
self-collected anterior nasal samples from individuals 18 years or older or
adult collected anterior nasal samples from individuals age 15 years or older.
The InteliSwab COVID-19 Rapid Test does not differentiate between SARS-CoV-1
and SARS-CoV-2.
Results are for the identification of SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein antigen.
Antigen is generally detectable in anterior nasal swab specimens during the
acute phase of infection. Positive results indicate the presence of viral
antigens, but clinical correlation with past medical 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
and the agent detected may not be the definite cause of disease. Individuals
who test positive with the InteliSwab COVID-19 Rapid Test should self-isolate
and seek follow-up care with their physician or healthcare provider as
additional testing may be necessary.
Negative results should be treated as presumptive and confirmation with the
molecular assay, if necessary, for patient management, may be performed.
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 an
individual’s recent exposures, history, and the presence of clinical signs and
symptoms consistent with COVID-19 and confirmed with a molecular assay, if
necessary, for patient management.
For serial testing programs, additional confirmatory testing with a molecular
test for negative results may be necessary, if there is a high likelihood of
SARS-CoV-2 infection, such as an individual with a close contact with COVID-19
or with suspected exposure to COVID-19 or in communities with high prevalence
of infection. Additional confirmatory testing with a molecular test for
positive results may also be necessary if there is a low likelihood of SARS-
CoV-2 infection, such as in individuals without known exposures to COVID-19 or
residing in communities with low prevalence of infection.
Individuals who test negative and continue to experience COVID-19 like symptoms of fever, cough and/or shortness of breath may still have SARS-CoV-2 infection and should seek follow up care with their healthcare provider.
Individuals should provide all results obtained with this product to their
healthcare provider for public health reporting. All healthcare providers will
report all test results they receive from individuals who use the authorized
product to relevant public health authorities in accordance with local, state,
and federal requirements using appropriate LOINC and SNOMED codes, as defined
by the Laboratory In Vitro Diagnostics (LVID) Test Code Mapping for SARS-CoV-2
Tests provided by CDC.
The InteliSwab COVID-19 Rapid Test is intended for non-prescription self-use
and/or as applicable an adult lay user testing another person 15 years of age
or older in a non-laboratory setting. The InteliSwab COVID-19 Rapid Test in
only for use under the Food and Drug Administration’s Emergency Use
Authorization.
SUMMARY AND EXPLANATION OF THE TEST
COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) caused by the severe acute respiratory
syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) was first identified in December 2019 in
Wuhan, Hubei, China. Due to the increased number of reported cases in nearly
170 countries, the World Health Organization (WHO) publicly recognized this as
a pandemic on 11MAR20. The President of the United States declared the
COVID-19 outbreak a national emergency on 13MAR20. Patient’s symptoms are
similar to influenza with transmission via respiratory droplets from coughing
and sneezing. COVID-19 can cause respiratory symptoms, fever, cough, shortness
of breath, and breathing difficulties. In more severe cases, infection can
cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, organ failure in several
organs, acute kidney injury, heart problems, blood clots, additional viral and
bacterial infections and even death. SARS-CoV-2 is considered contagious
whether COVID-19 disease is symptomatic or asymptomatic and patients should
self-isolate for 14 days. The presence of SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein
antigen indicates that the individual is currently infected and capable of
transmitting the virus.
The InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test uses a sandwich capture lateral flow immunoassay to detect SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein antigen. SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein antigen is captured and visualized by colloidal gold labeled with SARS-CoV-2 antibodies generating a visible line in the test zone for a positive sample.
PRINCIPLES OF THE TEST
The InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test is a manually performed, visually read
immunoassay for the qualitative detection of SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein
antigen using a proprietary integrated collection swab to directly collect
samples from the anterior nasal cavity. The InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test is
comprised of both a single-use test device and a vial containing a pre-
measured amount of a buffered developer solution. The test consists of a
sealed pouch with two separate compartments for each component. The
InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test utilizes a proprietary lateral flow
immunoassay procedure.
The assay test strip, which can be viewed through the test device result
window, is comprised of a series of components: the blocker pad, the conjugate
pad, the nitrocellulose membrane, and finally the absorbent pad. The
performance of the assay occurs by hydration and transport of reagents and
specimens as they interact across the strip via chromatographic lateral flow.
An anterior nasal sample is collected using the flat pad that is integrated
into the test device, followed by swirling the test device in the vial of
developer solution. The developer solution facilitates the flow of the sample
into the device and onto the test strip. As the sample flows through the
device, it rehydrates the reagents on the blocker pad, which contains
biotinylated anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies.
The sample then re-hydrates the gold colorimetric reagent, which contains anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies. If the sample contains SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein antigen, it will react with the anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in the blocker pad and conjugate pad and forms a sandwich complex that migrates up the test strip. As the complex continues to migrate up the test strip it encounters the Test (T) Zone and will react with the streptavidin immobilized on the nitrocellulose, a reddish-purple line will appear, qualitatively indicating the presence of SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid antigen in the sample. The intensity of the line color is not directly proportional to the amount of antigen present in the sample. If the sample does not contain SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein antigen, the sandwich complex will not form and the reagents will flow past the Test (T) Zone.
Further up the test strip, the sample will encounter the Control (C) Zone.
This is a built-in procedural control that serves to demonstrate that the
fluid migrated through the test device. For negative results and most positive
results, a line will form at the Control (C) Zone. In some cases when viral
levels are high, the line at the Control Zone may be very faint or may not be
present.
Results are interpreted between 30 and 40 minutes after inserting the device
into the Developer Vial. Do not read negative results before 30 minutes as it
may result in false-negative results. Do not read any result after 40 minutes
as it may result in inaccurate results.
Components of Kit Catalog Number | Unit Box 1001-0616 |
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Unit box containing:
· Divided Pouch (2) Each Containing:
Test Device (1)
Absorbent Packet (1) Developer Solution Vial (1) (each vial contains 0.75 mL of a buffered saline solution with an antimicrobial agent)
· Test Stand (1)
· Positive Results Reference Card (1)
· Instructions for Use (in English and Spanish)
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MATERIALS PROVIDED
InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test Kit is available in the following packaging
configuration:
MATERIALS REQUIRED BUT NOT PROVIDED
Timer or watch capable of timing 30 to 40 minutes
Biohazard waste container
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
- The product has not been FDA cleared or approved; but has been authorized by FDA under EUA.
- Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed practitioner (U.S. only).
- This product has been authorized only for the detection of proteins from SARS-CoV-2, not for any other viruses or pathogens.
- The emergency use of this product is only authorized for the duration of the declaration that circumstances exist justifying the authorization of emergency use of IVDs for detection and/or diagnosis of COVID-19 under Section 564(b)(1) of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, 21 U.S.C. § 360bbb-3(b)(1), unless the declaration is terminated or authorization is revoked sooner.
- Test devices that contain patient samples should be handled as though they could transmit disease. Follow universal precautions1 when handling samples, this kit, and its contents. Wear appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE)2 and gloves when running the test and handling a patient’s test device. Change gloves between tests.
- This test is for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 antigen, not for any other viruses or pathogens.
- Laboratories within the United States and its territories are required to report all results to the appropriate public health agencies.
- Do not use test kit if it is past the expiration date.
- Follow the Instructions for Use to obtain accurate results. Incorrect sampling may result in false results.
- False Negative results can occur if negative results are read before 30 minutes.
- Invalid results can occur if the swab is not stirred at least 10 times.
- If any of the solution in the Developer Vial spills, it may cause invalid results. You need to repeat testing with a new test
Device Handling Precautions:
- Do not reuse the Test Device and Developer Solution Vial.
- Inspect the Divided Pouch. If the Divided Pouch has been damaged, discard the Divided Pouch and its contents and select a new Divided Pouch for testing.
- Do not interchange Test Devices and Developer Solution Vials from kits with different lot numbers.
- If the Test Device is not immediately inserted into the Developer Solution after sample collection, remove the absorbent packet from the Divided Pouch and place the Test Device into the Divided Pouch for transport or until the device can be inserted into the Developer Solution. The Test Device must be inserted into the Developer Solution within 30 minutes of collection.
- Adequate lighting is required to read a test result.
- The solution in the tube contains potentially harmful chemicals (Triton X-100 and ProClin 950); however, laboratory studies have shown them to be nontoxic at the levels contained in the solution.
- The developer solution should only be used as directed; do not ingest; keep out of the reach of children; avoid contact with skin and eyes. If the solution contacts the skin or eye, flush with copious amounts of water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice: https://www.poison.org/contact-us or 1-800-222-1222.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Store unused InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test kits unopened at 2°- 30°C
(35°-86°F). Do not open the Divided Pouch until you are ready to perform the
test. If stored refrigerated, ensure that the Divided Pouch is brought to
operating temperature (15°- 40°C, 59°- 104°F) before opening.
QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURES
Built-in Control Features
The InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test for anterior nasal specimens has a built-
in procedural control that demonstrates the assay components have migrated
adequately through the device. For negative tests, a reddish-purple line in
the Control (C) Zone of the Result Window indicates that the fluid migrated
appropriately through the Test Device. The line in the Control (C) Zone does
not determine if a human sample has been added or if there is an adequate
sample. For most positive tests, a reddish-purple line will appear in the
Control (C) Zone and the Test (T) Zone; however, in cases where the viral load
in the sample is very high, the line in the Control (C) Zone may not be
present or may be very faint. (Refer to Test Result and Interpretation of Test
Result section in these Instructions for Use).
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Follow the Safety Precautions section in these Instructions for Use. Gather
all the materials you will need. Allow the InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test to
come to operating temperature (15°- 40°C, 59°- 104°F) before use.
SPECIMEN COLLECTION AND TESTING PROCEDURE
Set the Test Stand at your workspace. Make sure the Test Stand is on a sturdy
surface. Use only the Test Stand provided.
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Open the two-chamber pouch by tearing at the notches on the top of each side of the Pouch (see picture 1).
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Remove the Developer Solution Vial (“Vial”) from the Pouch (see picture 2).
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Hold the Vial firmly in your hand. Carefully remove the cap from the Vial by gently rocking the cap back and forth while pulling it off (see picture 3).
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Slide the Vial into the top of one of the slots in the Test Stand. DO NOT force the Vial into the Stand from the front of the slot as splashing may occur. Make sure the Vial is pushed all the way to the bottom of the slot in the Test Stand (see picture 4). If solution spills out of the vial, you will need to obtain a new test.
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Blow your nose into a tissue. DO NOT clean out your nose with the tissue (see picture 5). Discard the tissue and wash or sanitize your hands.
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Remove the Device from its Pouch (see picture 6).
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DO NOT a touch the Flat Pad (see picture 7).
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Check to make sure that an Absorbent Packet is included with the Device (see picture 8). If no Absorbent Packet is present, discard the Device and obtain a new Pouch for testing.
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DO NOT cover the two holes on the back of the Device with labels or other materials. Doing so may cause invalid results (see picture 9).
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Place the Flat Pad of the Device into the nostril, firmly pressing the pad against the nasal wall rotating the pad 15 times. Ensure you swab both nostrils 15 times (see pictures 10). If you do not swab both nostrils 15 times each, you may get a false result.
Note : Proceed by swabbing the individual, if they are unable to swab themselves.
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Keep the Test Stand on the flat surface, insert the Device into the Vial and swirl the bDevice 10 times while making sure the Flat Pad is in the solution. Make sure the flat pad is toward the back of the tube so it contacts the liquid. (see picture 11). Swirling the device less than 10 times may cause invalid results.
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Leave Device in the Vial making sure that the Flat Pad touches the bottom of the Vial. The Result Window on the Device should be facing you (see picture 12). Make sure the tube and device are at an angle.
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Start timing the test (see picture 13) by setting the timer for 30 minutes. DO NOT remove the Device from the Vial while the test is running.
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Pink fluid will appear and travel up the Result Window. The pink fluid will gradually disappear as the test develops (see picture 14).
TEST RESULT AND INTERPRETATION OF TEST RESULT
Interpret results between 30 and 40 minutes. Do not read negative results
before 30 minutes as it may result in false negative results. Do not read any
result after 40 minutes as it may yield inaccurate results.
NEGATIVE
A test is Negative if:|
A reddish-purple line appears in the C Zone and NO line appears in the T Zone
(see picture 15). The line in the C Zone must be present to interpret a
negative test result.
A Negative test result is interpreted as nucleocapsid protein antigen was not
detected in the specimen. The individual is presumed negative for COVID-19.
Negative results do not rule out SARS-CoV-2 infection. Individuals without symptoms that test negative should be tested again with at least 24 hours and no more than 36 hours between tests. All negative results are considered presumptive, and confirmation with a molecular assay, if necessary for patient management, may be performed. Negative results should be considered in the context of an individual’s recent exposures, history, and the presence of clinical signs and symptoms consistent with COVID-19.
POSITIVE
A test is Positive if:
A reddish-purple line appears in the T Zone and there is a line in the C Zone.
Lines may vary in intensity. The test is positive regardless of how faint
these lines appear (see pictures 16 and 17).
In some cases the reddish-purple line in the C Zone may not be present or may be very faint if there are high levels of virus in the sample (see picture 18).
A Positive test result is interpreted as nucleocapsid protein antigen was detected in the specimen. The individual is positive for COVID-19. Additional confirmatory testing with a molecular test for positive results may also be necessary, if there is a low likelihood of COVID-19, such as in individuals without known exposures to COVID-19 or residing in communities with low prevalence of infection.
INVALID
A test is Invalid if any of the following occurs:
- NO lines appear on the device (see picture 19), or
- a reddish-purple background in the Result Window makes it difficult to read the result after 30 minutes (see picture 20), or
- any partial line on one side of the C or T Zones (see pictures 21 and 22)
An Invalid test result means that there was a problem running the test. An Invalid result cannot be interpreted. An invalid test result needs to be repeated with a fresh sample and a new test device. Please contact OraSure Technologies’ Customer Care (1-800-ORASURE) if you are unable to obtain a valid test result upon repeat testing.
GENERAL TEST CLEAN-UP
- Dispose of the used test materials in a biohazard waste container. All equipment and biohazardous waste should be discarded in accordance with country, state, and local laws and policies.
- Change your gloves between each test to prevent contamination.
- Use a freshly prepared 10% solution of bleach to clean up any spills.
LIMITATIONS OF THE TEST
- A negative test result may occur if the level of antigen in a sample is below the limit of detection of the test.
- Weak Positive samples may take longer to develop and can take the entire 30 minutes for a test line to be present. Therefore, all negative test results must be read at least 30 minutes after inserting the device into the developer vial. Negative test results must not be reported prior to read the device at 30 minutes.
- Reading any result after 40 minutes may yield inaccurate test results.
- The control line only indicates that reagents have properly migrated up the test device. In positive patient samples with high levels of virus, the line at the Control (C) Zone may not be present or may be very faint. The control line does not indicate that an adequate human sample was added to the test device.
- Positive test results do not rule out co-infections with other pathogens.
- Potential cross-reactivity of the InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test with COVID-19 vaccines or therapeutics has not been evaluated.
- False-negative results may occur if a specimen is improperly collected or handled.
- False-negative results are more likely after seven days or more of symptoms.
- Negative results are presumptive, do not rule out COVID-19 infection and it may be necessary to obtain additional testing with a molecular assay if needed for patient management.
- Performance of nasal swabs collected from patients without symptoms or other epidemiological reasons to suspect COVID-19 infection or for serial screening, when tested twice over two to three days with at least 24 but not more than 36 hours between tests has not been determined, a study to support use will be completed.
- If the differentiation of specific SARS viruses and strains is needed, additional testing, in consultation with state or local public health departments, is required.
- The performance of this test was established based on the evaluation of a limited number of clinical specimens collected in February and April 2021. The clinical performance has not been established in all circulating variants but is anticipated to be reflective of the prevalent variants in circulation at the time and location of the clinical evaluation. Performance at the time of testing may vary depending on the variants circulating, including newly emerging strains of SARS-CoV-2 and their prevalence, which change over time.
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
CLINICAL PERFORMANCE
A clinical study to evaluate the performance of the InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid
Test was conducted during February and April of 2021 in five (5)
geographically diverse sites across the US. A total of 146 individuals with
signs and symptoms of COVID-19 within the first seven (7) days of symptom
onset completed the study and obtained a valid result. Subjects eighteen (18)
years and older independently collected an anterior nasal sample, conducted
the test, interpreted and reported their self-test result. The parents of
subjects fifteen (15) to seventeen (17) years of age collected the anterior
nasal sample, conducted the test, interpreted and recorded the test result for
the child. The InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test results were compared to highly
sensitive molecular FDA EUA Authorized SARS-CoV-2 assays to determine test
performance. The InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test when conducted by a lay user
correctly identified 84% of positive samples. Additionally, the InteliSwab™
COVID-19 Rapid Test correctly identified 98% of negative samples. The COVID-19
infection rate was 35% (51/146) in this study. The performance is shown in the
following table.
InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test | Comparator Method |
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Positive | |
Positive | 43 |
Negative | 8 |
Total | 51 |
Positive Percent Agreement (PPA): | 43/51 |
Negative Percent Agreement (NPA): | 93/95 |
Samples Positives by InteliSwab COVID-19 Rapid Test by Age Group
| Positivity Rate
Age Group| Number of Specimens| Number of Positives|
Positivity Rate
15 to 17| 5| 4| 80%
18 to 23| 21| 7| 33.3%
24 to 64| 111| 33| 29.7%
65+| 9| 1| 11.1%
Total| 146| 45| 30.8%
Samples Positives by InteliSwab COVID-19 Rapid Test by Days Since Symptom
Onset
Days Since Symptom Onset| PPA with 95% CI
0-1| 90.9% (10/11) (95% CI:62.3%-98.4%)
0-2| 90% (18/20) (95% CI:69.9%-97.2%)
0-3| 79.4% (27/34) (95% CI:63.2%-89.7%)
0-4| 81.4% (35/43) (95% CI:67.4%-90.3%)
0-5| 83.3% (40/48) (95% CI:70.4%-91.3%)
0-6| 84% (42/50) (95% CI:71.5%-91.7%)
0-7| 84.3% (43/51) (95% CI:72%-91.8%)
ANALYTICAL PERFORMANCE
Limit of Detection (LoD)
A preliminary LoD was determined by evaluating different concentrations of a
SARS-CoV-2 live virus stock (USA_WA1/2020) diluted in nasal matrix. Contrived
samples were randomized, and operators were blinded to the sample identities
for testing on the InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test. The LoD was confirmed as
the lowest concentration of SARS-CoV-2 that was detected ≥95% of the time
(i.e., concentration where 19 out of 20 test results were positive). The
InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test LoD was confirmed to be 2.5 x 102 TCID50/mL
(8.0 X 105 GC/mL). In addition, the LoD of the assay was also determined for
the variants in the table below:
Variant | Source/Stock/Strain | TCID 50 /mL |
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UK Variant: USA/CA_CDC_5574/2020 isolate
(B.1.1.7 lineage)
| BEI NR-54011|
2.8 X 103
South Africa Variant:
hCoV-19/South Africa/KRISP-K005325/2020 (B.1.351 lineage)
| BEI NR-54009|
2.72 X 104
Brazil Variant:
hCoV-19/Japan/TY7-503/2021 (P.1 lineage)
| BEI NR-54982|
5.91 X 104
Cross-Reactivity (Analytical Specificity) and Microbial Interference
Cross-Reactivity and Microbial Interference studies were conducted to
determine if other respiratory pathogens that could be present in a nasal
sample could cause a false-positive test result, or interfere with a true
positive result. A panel of sixteen (16) viruses, ten (10) bacteria, three (3)
fungi, and pooled human nasal wash was evaluated in this study. No cross-
reactivity or interference was seen with the following microorganisms when
tested at the concentrations listed in the table below with the exception of
SARS-CoV, which resulted in positive test results due to the high homology
between SARS-CoV and SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid proteins.
Potential Cross Reactant| Source/Strain/ID No.| Concentration
Tested
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Virus
| Adenovirus 1| ATCC
VR-1
| 1.43 X 105 TCID50/mL
Human metapneumovirus
(hMPV)
| Zeptometrix
0810157CF
| 1.43 X 105 TCID50/mL
Rhinovirus| ATCC
VR-1601
| 4.45 X 105 TCID50/mL
Enterovirus 68| ATCC
VR-1826
| 8.0 X 105 TCID50/mL
Human Coronavirus OC43| Zeptometirx
0810024CF
| 1.43 X 105 TCID50/mL
Human Coronavirus 229E| ATCC
VR-740
| 1.43 X 105 TCID50/mL
Human Coronavirus NL63| BEI Resources| 1.43 X 105 TCID50/mL
SARS-coronavirus| MRI Urbani| 7.9 X 103 TCID50/mL
MERS-coronavirus| MRI EMC/2012| 2.5 X 104 TCID50/mL
Potential Cross Reactant| Sources/Strain/ID No.|
Concentration Tested
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Virus
| Parainfluenza virus 1| ATCC
VR-94
| 1.43 X 105 TCID50/mL
Parainfluenza virus 2| ATCC
VR-92
| 1.43 X 105 TCID50/mL
Parainfluenza virus 3| ATCC
VR-93
| 1.43 X 105 TCID50/mL
Parainfluenza virus 4ba| Zeptometrix
0810060BCF
| 8.5 X 104 TCID50/mL
Parainfluenza virus 4bb| ATCC
VR-1377
| 8.0 X 104 TCID50/mL
Influenza A| ATCC
VR-1894
| 1.43 X 105 CEID50/mL
Influenza B| ATCC
VR-1931
| 1.43 X 105 TCID50/mL
Respiratory syncytial virus| ATCC VR-26| 4.0 X 106 PFU/mL
Bacteria
| Bordetella pertussis| ATCC
9797
| 1.0 X 106 cfu/mL
Chlamydia pneumoniae| ATCC
VR-2282
| 1.0 X 106 IFU/mL
Haemophilus influenzae| ATCC
49247
| 1.0 X 107 cfu/mL
Legionella pneumoniae| Zeptometrix
801645
| 1.0 X 106 cfu/mL
Strepotococcus pneumoniae| ATCC
49319
| 4.48 X 105 cfu/mL
Streptococcus pyogenes| ATCC
19615
| 1.0 X 106 cfu/mL
Mycoplasma pneumoniae| ATCC
15531-TTR
| 1.0 X 105 cfu/mL
Staphylococcus aureus| ATCC
12600
| 1.0 X 106 cfu/mL
Staphylococcus epidermidis| ATCC
14990
| 1.0 X 106 cfu/mL
Mycobacterium tuberculosis| Zeptometrix
801660
| 1.0 X 106 cfu/mL
Fungi
| Candida albicans| ATCC 14503| 5.0 X 106 cfu/mL
Pneumocystis carinii| ATCC
PRA-159
| 1.0 X 106 nuclei/mL
P. jiroveci-S. cerevisiae
recombinant
| Zeptometrix
801698
| 1.0 X 106 cfu/mL
| Pooled Human Nasal Wash| Lee Biosolutions
991-26
| N/A
Used for Exclusivity Testing
Used for Microbial Interference
Cross-reactivity in samples containing HKU1 coronavirus could not be conclusively ruled out through in silico comparison of the HKU1 and the SARS- CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein amino acid sequence. Additionally, the SARS-CoV-2 Nucleocapsid protein sequence was BLAST aligned on the NIH NCBI database to the entire set of proteins encoded by P. jirovecii. No significant identity was found as a result of this search and thus no interference is expected with the InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test, however, cross-reactivity cannot be ruled out.
High Dose Hook Effect
The potential hook effect in the InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test was assessed
by loading 50 µL of neat virus stock directly onto the center of the flat pad
of test device in triplicate, resulting in a test concentration of 1.0 × 105
TCID50/mL. No hook effect was seen with the USA-WA1/2020 SARS-CoV-2 isolate.
Endogenous Interfering Substances
A study was conducted to determine if any substances, naturally present in
respiratory specimens or that may be artificially introduced into the nasal
cavity listed in the table interfere in the performance of the InteliSwab™
COVID-19 Rapid Test. In addition to the materials that are found in the nasal
cavity, substances that are commonly found on the hands were also tested. Test
performance was evaluated in the absence and presence of SARS-CoV-2 (3x LoD).
None of the substances listed in the tables below interfered with the
performance of the InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test.
Substance | Source/Item # | Concentration |
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Human Whole Blood (EDTA tube) | American Blood Bank | 4% |
Mucin (porcin stomach, type II) | Sigma M2378 | 0.5% |
Chloraseptic (Menthol/Benzocaine) | Chloraseptic Max | 1.5 mg/mL |
Naso GEL (NeilMed) | NeilMed | 5% v/v |
Nasal Drops (Phenylephrine) | CVS Health | 15% v/v |
Nasal Spray (Oxymetazoline) | CVS Health | 15% v/v |
Nasal Spray (Cromolyn) | Nasal Crom | 15% v/v |
Zicam | Zicam | 5% v/v |
Homeopathic (Alkalol) | Alkalol | 10% v/v |
Sore Throat Phenol Spray | Chloraseptic | 15% v/v |
Tobramycin | Sigma T4014 | 4 µg/mL |
Mupirocin | Sigma M7694 | 10 mg/mL |
Tamiflu (Oseltamivir Phosphate) | Acros 461170050 | 5 mg/mL |
Fluticasone Propionate | CVS Health | 5% v/v |
Biotin | Sigma B4501 | 3.5 µg/mL |
Substance Used | Source/Brand | Amount used |
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Disinfectant Wipes (Alkyl (C14 (50%), C12 (40%), C16 (10%)
Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride, 0.26%)
| Lysol| 1 wipe
Bleach Wipes (0.525% bleach)| Hype-wipe| 1 wipe
Hand Sanitizer Gel(70% ethyl
alcohol)
| CVS| 1.038 g
Hand Lotion| Corn Huskers| 0.991 g
Hand Lotion with Aloe| Gold Bond Healing| 1.013 g
Hand Lotion with Coconut Oil,
Cocoa Butter, and African Shea Butter
| Gold Bond Ultimate Healing| 1.067 g
Hand Soap| Softsoap Fresh Breeze| 1.055 g
Usability Study
The usability of the InteliSwab™ COVID-19 Rapid Test and the ability of the
packaging and labeling to direct untrained users to perform self-testing was
evaluated by observation in the clinical study and an additional usability
study. A total of 288 subjects were enrolled in the study and were instructed
to self-collect or collect a sample from a child, complete the required
procedural steps, and interpret the test results unassisted in a simulated
home-setting. The overall success of every task completed by all subjects
enrolled was determined by unassisted professional observation. Subjects
performed 95% (4423/4636) of steps/tasks correctly.
After the completion of the test, the subject (or Parent/Legal Guardian) completed a test usability and satisfaction questionnaire, 99% of subjects indicated that their overall impression of the test was satisfactory or favorable. 98% of subjects found this test to be easy-to-use across 8 different ease of use survey questions. Additionally, 99% of subjects indicated specifically that it was easy to read and understand the test results.
During the usability study, 1.2% of subjects received an invalid result or did not receive a result when conducting the test.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
- CDC. Universal Precautions For Prevention Of Transmission Of Human Immunodeficiency Virus, Hepatitis B Virus, And Other Bloodborne Pathogens In Health-Care Settings. MMWR 1988; 37(24):377-388.
- CDC. Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Healthcare Personnel During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic. cdc.gov.
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