COVID-19 IGM/IGG RAPID TEST

 The COVID-19 IgG/IgM Rapid Test Cassette (Whole Blood/Serum/Plasma) is a lateral flow immunochromatographic assay. The test uses anti-human IgM antibody (test line IgM) , anti-human IgG (test line IgG), and rabbit IgG (control line C) immobilized on a nitrocellulose strip. The burgundy-colored conjugate pad contains colloidal gold conjugated to recombinant COVID-19 antigens (SARS-CoV-2 Spike S1 antigen) conjugated with colloid gold (COVID-19 conjugates). 

When a specimen followed by assay buffer is added to the sample well, IgM &/or IgG antibodies if present, will bind to COVID-19 conjugates making an antigen antibodies complex. This complex migrates through the nitrocellulose membrane by capillary action. When the complex meets the line of the corresponding immobilized antibody (anti-human IgM &/or anti-human IgG) the complex is trapped forming a burgundy-colored band which confirms a reactive test result. The absence of a colored band in the test region indicates a non-reactive test result.  

 Individuals (18+) who may have been exposed to COVID-19 through:

• A new loss of taste or smell
• Flu-like symptoms (chills, runny or stuffy nose, whole body aches, a headache, and/or feeling tired)
• Living or working in a place where people reside, meet, or gather in close proximity (office buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, etc.
• Close contact (within 6 ft) with someone who is sick or diagnosed with COVID-19
  Individuals (18+) who are experiencing mild symptoms including:
• A fever between 100.4 degrees F and 102 degrees F
• A new or worsening cough or sore throat
• Shortness of breath that is not limiting the ability to speak

If you’re experiencing severe symptoms, such as difficulty breathing, seek medical attention right away. The CDC recommends calling your healthcare provider or facility to let them know that you may have COVID-19 which will help them to take steps to keep others from being exposed. At this time we are only able to offer testing for those 18 years and older.