Please kindly note that we have purchased these test kits directly from the manufacturer. They have not been provided to us by the Government of Canada and we have not received any funding from the Government of Canada to acquire these Rapid Test Kits. Read more
3-in-1 COVID-19 & FLU TEST
Not sure if it's COVID-19 or the flu? Skip the guesswork and get clear answers with Rapid Response! In just 15 minutes, you'll have reliable results to help you make informed decisions and take the right precautions.
With just a shallow nasal swab, this test detects COVID-19 (including all variants of concern), Influenza A, and Influenza B.
Health-Canada-authorized, single-use COVID-19 & influenza point of care test
This test is authorized for use at the point-of-care, i.e., in patient care setting. It can also be administered in the workplace to employees by health professionals such as doctors or nurses
CONDUCTING THE TEST
STEP 1: Conduct a nasal swab on the individual being tested. Please ensure to follow the guidelines presented on the device's packaging.
STEP 2: Mix the specimen with the accompanying liquids and cap the mixing tube.
STEP 3: Drop the mixture directly onto the designated area on the test cassette.
STEP 4: Read the results after the appropriate amount of time while following the accompanying instructions.
INTERPRETING THE RESULTS
POSITIVE: Two coloured bands appear on the membrane. One band appears in the control region (C) and another band appears in the test region (T).
NEGATIVE: Only one coloured band appears, in the control region (C).
INVALID: Control band(s) fail to appear. Please kindly note that results from any test that has not produced at least a control band at the specified time read must be discarded. Insufficient specimen volume, incorrect operating procedure or expired tests are the most likely reasons for control band failure. If this occurs, please conduct a new test while closely following the instructions provided.
FAST RESULTS FOR EFFECTIVE TREATMENT
When we’re feeling ill, we want to get back on track as soon as possible. Obtaining fast results allows us to effectively treat the virus quickly and efficiently, lowering the chance of infecting others and keeping our communities, work environments and households healthy.
It’s recommended to begin treatment for flu within 2 days of feeling symptoms. For the COVID-19 virus, it’s recommended that treatment works best when started within 5 days.
IMPORTANT NOTES
The colour intensity in the test region (T) may vary depending on the concentration of analytes present in the specimen. Therefore, any shade of colour in the test region should be considered positive.
Note that this is a qualitative test only and cannot determine the concentration of analytes in the specimen.
This test is intended for professional use only and should not be used as the sole basis for the diagnosis of an infection.