What is the collection method for the CareStart™ COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test?
The collection method is either by Nasopharyngeal (NP) or Anterior Nares (AN) swab. The collection method is based on the organization/HCP's discretion. The differences in sensitivity levels for each swab type are listed below:
| Nasopharyngeal (NP) Swab Positive Percent Agreement (PPA) | 93.75% |
| Nasopharyngeal (NP) Swab Negative Percent Agreement (NPA) | 99.32% |
| Anterior Nasal (AN) Swab Positive Percent Agreement (PPA) | 87.18% |
| Anterior Nasal (AN) Swab Negative Percent Agreement (NPA) | 100% |