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CTK Rapid OnSite IgG / IgM Test
Lab-based IgG Blood Test
What is being tested?
Past infection (IgG) and possible active infection (IgM)
Past infection (IgG)
How is the test performed?
Fingerpick blood test
Venous blood sample
What does it test for?
IgG and IgM antibodies
When can I be tested?
14 days or more after onset of symptoms
14 days or more after onset of symptoms
What is the accuracy of the test? *According to manufacturer
Sensitivity 97.1%
Specificity 97.8%
Sensitivity 100%
Specificity 99%
When do I get results?
Immediately on the day
Up to 5 days
How will I get my results?
Verbally from your tester then via email with a certificate
Via email with a certificate
Permitted for use by MHRA
CE stamp for use in the EU
Approved for use by Public Health England
What is the cost?
£55
£120
CTK Biotech: The OnSite Covid-19 lgG/lgM Rapid Test Kit
Key Features
- Detects lgM& lgG anti-SARS-CoV-2 in 10 to 15 minutes
- IgM is what we show as having when we are in the acute stage of the virus
- IgG is what you show when you are recovering or had it already
- Whole blood specimen allows testing at point-of-care, saving crucial time
- Test is conducted by a qualified and trained appointee.
- CE mark demonstrating compliance with EU safety rules
- MHRA permitted for use by a healthcare professional
How it Works
About The Test
COVID-19 IgG/lgM Rapid Test is a lateral flow immunoassay for the detection of anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG and IgM antibodies in human serum, plasma or whole blood. COVID-19 IgG/lgM Rapid Test is in cassette test format and is supplied with detection buffer and capillary tube. The results will be available within 10-15 minutes. The test is carried out by a trained and qualified appointee in order to ensure test reliability.
How Accurate Is The Data?
The performance of these tests is described by their “sensitivity,” or their ability to identify those with infection with or antibodies to Covid-19 (true positive rate), and their “specificity,” or their ability to identify those without infection with or antibodies to Covid-19 (true negative rate). The test has demonstrated a 97.1% sensitivity and 97.8% specificity.
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The Laboratory-based SARS-CoV-2 IgG Antibody Blood Test Kit
Key Features
- Detects IgG antibodies
- A healthcare professional takes a blood sample
- Your sample is sent to a laboratory to be processed by Abbott’s Architect i2000SR system
- Test runs on the instrument to detect whether antibodies are present
- Results are produced and sent to you in up to 5 days
- Approved for use by Public Health England
- CE mark demonstrating compliance with EU safety rules
- MHRA permitted for use by a healthcare professional
How it Works
About The Test
Finding a reliable and safe test for our patients has been a priority for us. We have researched many to ensure the test that we offer provides trusted results. We have chosen to use the Abbott COVID-19 antibody test and our laboratory uses technology created by leading brands for diagnostic tests. The test looks for specific IgG antibodies, which appear during an established immune reaction, rather than IgM antibodies which are triggered by an acute immune response and are therefore less reliable.
How Accurate Is The Data?
The performance of these tests is described by their “sensitivity,” or their ability to identify those with infection with or antibodies to Covid-19 (true positive rate), and their “specificity,” or their ability to identify those without infection with or antibodies to Covid-19 (true negative rate).
Abbott laboratories partners report a sensitivity of at least 97.5% and a specificity of at least 99.8%. The Abbott Antibody test is 99% accurate making the most accurate of tests currently available in the UK
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Qualitative PCR: COVID-19, Novel Coronavirus RNA (SARS-CoV-2)
Key Features
- Covid-19 Antigen test
- Collected from throat then a nasal sample
- Your sample is sent to a laboratory to be processed
- Qualitative PCR
- Results are produced and sent to you in up to 5 days
- Quick and easy
- Administered by a health professional
- Results will be Positive or Negative
- Results within 4 working days of arrival at lab
Pyser Testing is committed to bringing you the most effective, accurate and safe testing kits available. We understand you may have questions so have a look at our FAQ’s