Abbott BinaxNOW COVID-19 Home Test Kit Instructions

Abbott BinaxNOW COVID-19 Home Test Kit Instructions

Requirements

a) Windows or Mac/Apple laptop with a webcam (or a desktop computer with an adjustable/moveable webcam), microphone, and speaker
b) An Apple phone/tablet or an Android phone/tablet
c) An email address
d) An internet connection

Before Picking up a Test Kit

1. Download the NOVICA app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play App Store from your smartphone/tablet
2. Open the NOVICA app on your smartphone/tablet and Create a NOVICA account with a username and password
3. If the person being tested is age 17 or younger), then tap the TEST SITE icon at the bottom of the NOVICA app and then tap the profile icon at the upper right of the screen to add a MANAGED PROFILE for the minor to be tested

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When Picking up the Test Kit or When Delivered

1. Provide your name, date of birth, and email address to the person handing you a test kit
2. Show the person you have to download the NOVICA App
3. Take the test kit home

Time to Start the Test

1. On a computer or laptop – go to ohio.emed.com
2. Click the START TESTING button on the page
3. Click the LOGIN WITH NOVICA button on the page and use your NOVICA username and password
4. Answer the series of questions to prepare for the visit with the named proctor and clickCONTINUE. This will begin the testing session with the named proctor
5. Provide your name and date of birth to the end proctor
6. Follow all directions from the end proctor to take the test

Results

1. After you complete the test you will receive a “pass” on your NOVICA smartphone/tablet app that contains your test results. Tap PASS on the NOVICA app to view your results and pass
2. If you test negative, you can show your pass to your school or employer from your smartphone/tablet
3. Results could also be found 60 minutes later by using the results tab in the app

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FAQS

Abbott, not customers: what is the difference between this antigen self test and the binaxnow covid-19 ag card home test?

The BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test does not currently pair with the NAVICA app. The BinaxNOW COVID-19 Home Test can provide a sharable digital COVID-19 result, through collaboration with eMed. The BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test is the identical test card to the professional test but can be purchased at retail locations without a prescription. There’s also no need for a healthcare professional or online proctor to administer the swab or interpret results. Please let us know if there is anything else we can help you with.

What specific variants can this detect~ What variants were used in the efficacy test specimens? Are these specified in the package/materials?

Abbott is intently monitoring the mutations of COVID so we can ensure our tests can detect them, as we do with many viruses. We have conducted a thorough analysis of known variants that we’ve been able to study, and we are confident that our tests remain effective at identifying these strains. It is highly likely that future COVID-19 strains will remain detectable because our tests – and most other COVID-19 tests – look for parts of the virus that are crucial for the virus’ survival and therefore less subject to mutation. Please feel free to call 1-833-637-1594 if you need further assistance.

Telling me the box has an expiration date does not answer the question. What is the shelf life? 3 mos, 6, mos, 1 yr?

product is manufactured with 12 month dating but with inventory turn it could be anywhere between 4-12 months. Please let us know if there is anything else we can help you with.

Waiting for customer reviews. How accurate is the test?

This is an antigen test, not as accurate as a PCR molecular test. Depends on the viral load in your nasal passages. If positive you are likely infected with Covid. If negative and have symptoms test again and get a PCR test. I would not use to screen for Covid without symptoms.

Can a vaccinated person use the binax now self-test to confirm exposure (non-exposure) to c-19 or will a person’s vaccinated status affect the results?

Our BinaxNOW tests identify people when they are infectious.

Do I get 1 test or 2 tests for $20?

The test is available in a 2-count box. As our BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test is indicated by the FDA for serial testing, tests should be administered twice over three days, with at least 36 hours between the two tests. Please let us know if there is anything else we can help you with.

What are the specificity and sensitivity ratings for this test?

 Based on the interim results of a clinical study where the BinaxNOW™ COVID-19 Antigen Self Test was compared to an FDA authorized high sensitivity SARS- CoV-2 test, BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test correctly identified 84.6% of positive specimens and 98.5% of negative specimens.

Why did Abbott stop making this test?

We are producing millions of rapid tests per month here in the U.S. and, as we have been throughout the entire pandemic, are committed to making rapid tests available to more people at affordable prices and convenient places.

What is the QR code on the results card for?

The QR code on a BinaxNOW COVID-19 test card is used by NAVICA, Abbott’s COVID-19 digital testing system. NAVICA can be used to easily capture, manage and share self reported results from the BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test. It is available at no cost on the App Store or Google Play.

How are the swabs sterilized?

They come in a sealed packet

For Abbot only, how accurate is this test (expressed as a sensitivity percentage) at detecting Covid-19 in an asymptomatic individual?

Based on the results of a clinical study where the BinaxNOW™ COVID-19 Antigen Self Test was compared to an FDA authorized high sensitivity SARS-CoV-2 test, BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test correctly identified 84.6% of positive specimens and 98.5% of negative specimens.
The BinaxNOW COVID-19 Self Test is identical to the professional-use test, used since August 2020, bringing the most studied and widely used rapid antigen test to retail shelves across the country.

Is it able to detect breakthrough infections in vaccinated people?

We are monitoring the mutations of the COVID-19 virus to ensure our tests can detect them, as we do with many viruses. We have conducted a thorough analysis of known variants that we’ve been able to study, and we are confident that our tests remain effective at identifying these strains.

Is it able to detect breakthrough infections in vaccinated people?

The BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test can be taken on airplanes as there is nothing hazardous in the kit and the ampoule of extraction reagent is well under the 3 ounce liquid restriction.

is the whole kit made in the usa? is any part of the kit made in china? please answer truthfully.

This test is made in the USA.

This test expires in 12 mos (noted on box). Shipping takes time; boxes sit in inventory. Upon delivery, how months did you have prior to expiration?

Product is manufactured with 12 month dating but with inventory turn it could be anywhere between 4-12 months.

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