ECOTEST Rapid Antigen Saliva COVID-19 Self Test Pack/2
The ECOTEST Saliva Pen is a consumer self-test for COVID-19 that takes a saliva sample rather than a nasal swab. That difference is the point of the product: a saliva test is far easier to self-administer correctly, which matters for children, elderly users and anyone who will not tolerate a nasal swab — and a test taken properly is worth more than a better test taken badly. Two-step process, results in 15 minutes. ARTG 372335.
Key Features
- Saliva sample — no nasal swab required
- All-in-one test unit, no separate components to assemble
- Two-step process with results in 15 minutes
- Retail pack of 2, lowering the per-test cost
- ARTG 372335
- Suited to government, business, school and aged-care settings
Specifications
| Sample type | Saliva |
| Format | All-in-one pen unit |
| Result time | 15 minutes |
| ARTG | 372335 |
| Pricing unit | Pack of 2 |
| SKU | ASCT02 |
Uses
Self-testing at home, in workplaces, schools and aged care. Nasal-swab alternatives include the CLUNGENE 5-pack and the Abbott Panbio test.
Saliva Rapid Antigen Test FAQs
Is a saliva test as good as a nasal swab?
Both are rapid antigen tests detecting the same viral proteins. The practical advantage of saliva is that people perform it correctly — a nasal swab that is not inserted far enough is a common cause of a false negative, and saliva removes that failure mode.
How should the sample be taken?
Follow the pack insert exactly. In general, avoid eating, drinking, smoking or brushing teeth for a period beforehand, since anything in the mouth can interfere with the result.
What does a negative result mean?
That antigen was not detected at the moment of testing. It is not a guarantee you are not infected, particularly early in an infection when viral load is still low. If symptoms continue, test again or seek a PCR.
What is the ARTG number for?
ARTG 372335 is this test's entry in the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods — confirmation it has been assessed and approved for supply in Australia. Never buy a self-test without one.
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| Manufacturer_ms | Germany |
|---|---|
| Model Number_ms | K61SD521 |
| Ecolabel_ms | yes |