color COVID-19 Self-Swab Collection Kit with Saline Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- color
Table of Contents
Color COVID-19 Self-Swab Collection Kit with Saline
Before you get started
- Your sample must be dropped off on the same day you collect it.
- Make sure you wash your hands!
- Be sure to keep the box that your kit came in. You will use it to return your sample.
Your kit includes
STEP1
Activate your kit online at
color.com/covid/activateYou need your
unique barcode, which you’ll find on your collection tube.
Warning: Your sample will not be tested if the kit is not activated.
STEP2
Before collecting your sample, wash your hands thoroughly for 20 seconds and dry them well.
STEP3
Unscrew the cap of the collection tube. Keep the cap nearby. The collection tube should be kept upright, so you don’t spill any of the liquid. Do not drink the liquid.
Note: You can put the tube in a jar or glass to keep it upright.
STEP4
Open the swab package starting from the handle end of the swab package, peel open the paper backing. Pull swab out of its packaging by the handle.
Note: Do not touch the soft tip with your hands or lay it down on any surface.
STEP5
Rotate swab tip in the first nostril, 4 times insert the soft tip into one nostril, until it is no longer visible. Using medium pressure against the inside of your nostril the whole time, rub the swab in a large circular motion at least 4 times.
Note: Swab should not go further than ½ inch.
STEP6
Rotate the swab tip in another nostril, 4 times repeat the previous step in the second nostril, using the same end of the swab.
Note: You will use the same swab for both nostrils.
STEP7
Put swab into the collection tube the soft tip of the swab that went into your nose should go into the tube first.
STEP8
Screw the cap of the collection tube firmly closed you’re almost done! Make sure the top is closed tightly.
Note: After closing the collection tube, wash your hands thoroughly for 20 seconds and dry them well.
STEP9
Put the collection tube into the biohazard bag. Seal the biohazard bag closed.
STEP10
Put biohazard bag into the shipping box. Seal the shipping box closed.
Note: Use the same box that your kit came in.
STEP11
Bring the biohazard bag to your designated test collection point refer to your
program details if you’re not sure where to return your sample.
Note: Don’t miss the last pickup time.
STEP12
Put the box into the return shipping mailer. Seal the return shipping mailer
closed. Your return shipping has already been paid.
Note: This packaging is specially designed for shipping samples suspected of carrying infectious substances. Do NOT replace it.
STEP13
Return kit your sample must be returned on the same day you collect it.
Note: If you aren’t able to return your sample on the same day, contact
mycovidtest@color.com.
Questions?
Visit support.color.com or contact us at
mycovidtest@color.com or
844-352-6567.
This self-sample collection kit has not been FDA cleared or approved, but has
been authorized for emergency use by FDA under an EUA;
This self-sample collection kit has been authorized only for the self-
collection and maintenance of nasal swab specimens as an aid in detection of
nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2, not for any other viruses or pathogens; and, The
emergency use of this self-sample collection kit in combination with the
authorized test is only authorized for the duration of the declaration that
circumstances exist justifying the authorization of emergency use of in vitro
diagnostics 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.
For IVD use, For prescription use only, For use under emergency use
authorization only, Must be 18+ to use this kit.
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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