TaqPath™ SARS-
CoV-2 Combo Kit

A molecular test using rt-PCR.

How Does the TaqPath™ COVID-19 Test Kit Work?

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The TaqPath™ COVID-19 test is based on real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) technology intended for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2 extracted from upper respiratory specimens.

The probes anneal to the four specific target sequences: ORF1ab, N Protein, S Protein, and MS2 Phage. The MS2 Phage serves as an internal control to monitor RT and PCR inhibition.

Accurate And Quality Lab Tests

Test Features

  • FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) Approved (FDA EUA #: 200176).
  • CE/IVD Marked.
  • Detects 4 targets: Orf1ab, N Protein, S Protein, MS2 Phage.
  • High throughput: 93 samples (96-well plate).
  • Sample type: Nasopharyngeal swabs (NP), oropharyngeal swabs (OP), mid-turbinate swabs, bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), nasopharyngeal aspirate (NPA), and nasal swabs (NS).
  • Turnaround time for results: 48 – 72 hours.

Specifications

  • Targeted specificity to 100% of currently available complete genomes for SARS-CoV-2.
  • Assay targets spike (S) protein and nucleocapsid (N) protein regions having higher specificity and exhibiting lower risk for mutation.
  • Assay targets spike (S) protein and nucleocapsid (N) protein regions having higher specificity and exhibiting lower risk for mutation
  • COVID-19 Interpretive Software, which automatically converts genetic analysis data into diagnosis, helping reduce risk of user interpretation error.
  • Analytical sensitivity: 100 copies per mL of viral RNA.
  • Clinical sensitivity: 100% agreement with real patient samples previously tested with another assay.

Who Needs A Covid-19 Viral Test?

  • Individuals who currently have COVID-19 symptoms.
  • Individuals who have been exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19.
  • Individuals who are considered essential workers.
  • Individuals who have to go to work and unable to maintain social distancing.
  • Individuals who want to travel to countries that require a COVID-19 test for entry.
  • Caregivers (i.e. babysitters, elderly caregiver) should get tested.