RSV Rapid Test

RSV rapid tests
This is the most likely way you’ll be tested for RSV. The test looks for certain proteins, or antigens, from RSV in a sample from your nose. Rapid tests usually give results within an hour.

Molecular test for RSV
Another name for a molecular test is rRT-PCR. It stands for real-time reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction. These tests look at genetic material instead of proteins. The tests are more sensitive than antigen tests, which means they can find the virus when it’s present in smaller amounts.

This type of test can look for more than one type of infection at the same time. Your sample will probably get sent to a lab, and it will take longer to get your results.

RSV antibody test
Another type of RSV test looks for antibodies in your blood that your body makes after you’ve had an RSV infection. This type of test requires a blood sample. It can’t tell you if you have RSV right now. Instead, it can tell you if you’ve had RSV recently or in the past.

Viral culture
This type of test isn’t usually done. It involves adding a sample to cells in the lab to see if the virus multiplies and infects the cells.

At-home RSV test kits
Another way to test for RSV is to collect your own sample at home using an at-home collection kit. You can order an at-home test online. You’ll need to send your sample off to a lab where they’ll run the test. Once the results are back, you’ll log in online to get them.

The Rapid Check™ RSV Antigen Test is for in vitro diagnostic use.

The positive control (PC) is made with Clorox inactivated RSV and should be handled as though it could transmit disease.

Do not use the kit contents beyond the expiration date printed on the outside of the box and on the individual components.

Use appropriate precautions against microbial hazards in the collection, handling, storage, and disposal of patient samples and used kit contents. 2 Discard used material in a proper bio hazard or sharps container. Patient samples should be handled as though they could transmit disease.

The test device must remain sealed in the protective foil pouch until use.

The R1, PC, and NC contain a detergent solution. If the solution contacts the skin or eye, flush with copious amounts of water.

To obtain accurate results, you must follow the test procedure in the package insert.

To obtain accurate results, use appropriate pharyngeal swabs and recommended transport media.

All transfer pipettes and test vials are single-use items. do not use more than once.