Where some see samples,
We see people
Do you have any questions? We’ll be happy to discuss your COVID-19 testing needs and the solutions to meet them.
Professional results, at their side
There are currently two ways to test for active SARS-CoV-2 infection:
- RT-PCR tests (for viral RNA)
- and rapid antigen tests (for viral proteins).
RT-PCR tests are highly sensitive but samples require laboratory processing which adds logistical challenges and delays the time to result.
Rapid antigen tests allow for decentralized testing at the point-of-care, allowing healthcare professionals to expand testing capabilities to otherwise difficult to access patients, and without the need for molecular laboratory equipment. This faster time to result means breaking the chains of transmission sooner.
Our BD Kit for Rapid Detection of SARS-CoV-2 is a rapid antigen test that detects nucleocapsid proteins from the virus using a simple nasal swab. The virus replicates within the mucosal epithelium of the upper respiratory tract where the viral titre peak during the first week after symptom onset1. So, our test identifies current infection during the initial phase of the infection, while large quantities of the virus are in the respiratory tract..
The beauty of our rapid antigen test? It can be used anywhere (15-30°C). As a healthcare professional, you can use our kits wherever suits you and your patient best, enabling them to take their next step in just 15 minutes.
1. Cevik M, Tate M, Lloyd O, et al. Lancet Microbe 2021; 2: e13–22
Speed and reliability
for the people behind the samples
Fighting against a global pandemic requires speed. Not only for managing the spread, but for giving your patients the answers they need to make their next move. Our test does this in 15 minutes and is simple to prepare.
Speed means nothing without reliability. We harness advanced particle technology to achieve high sensitivity and specificity. In clinical testing, our BD Kit for Rapid Detection of SARS-CoV-2 demonstrated 91.1% positive percent agreement and 99.6% negative percent agreement as compared to RT-PCR2.
Choose a COVID-19 antigen test provider you can trust. Over 100 million patients have been tested worldwide with BD antigen tests to assess their respiratory conditions.
Place your order : Help patients get on with life sooner – talk to us today about fulfilling your COVID-19 testing needs.
BD Kit for Rapid Detection of SARS-CoV-2
For use by healthcare professionals at the point-of-care, our kit detects SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid antigen through nasal swabs, in both asymptomatic and symptomatic patients who are suspected of infection by their healthcare provider.
The kit includes :
- 30 individually wrapped test devices
- 30 pre-filled extraction reagent tubes
- 30 nasal swabs
- One positive and one negative control swab
- Package insert
- Quick reference instructions
- Nasal sampling instructions
- Specimen tube rack
The simple steps
View the video to see how simple it is to prepare your patient’s sample.
Our test is straightforward to interpret – after 15 minutes, simply check the reading window for the presence of the control (C), test (T) and non-specific (N) lines.
For full instructions for use please visit our e-labeling site and use reference 256091.
When it comes to COVID-19 testing, some companies just see samples. At BD, we see people – the lives behind the tests. Trust us to fulfil your testing needs with the quality and reliability that your patients deserve.
