The Wondfo 2019-nCoV Antigen Test (Lateral Flow Method) is an immunochromatographic assay for rapid, qualitative detection of novel coronaviruses (2019-nCoV) antigen extracted from the nasopharyngeal swab or oropharyngeal swab specimen. The test is to used as an aid in the diagnosis of coronavirus infection disease (COVID-19), which is caused by 2019-nCoV.
Test procedure
Nasopharyngeal swab specimen
Nasopharyngeal swab specimen collection: Tilt patient’s head back 70 degrees. Insert swab into nostril (Swab should reach depth equal to distance from nostrils to outer opening of the ear). Leave swab in place for several seconds to absorb secretions. Slowly remove swab while rotating it.
Oropharyngeal swab specimen
Oropharyngeal swab specimen collection: Insert swab into the posterior pharynx and tonsillar areas. Rub swab over both tonsillar pillars and posterior oropharynx and avoid touching the tongue, teeth, and gums.
