Comparison of Rapid Antigen Test and PCR Test Nov 26, 2021


The Rapid Antigen Test Kit provides rapid results for fast detection of Sras-Cov-2 antigen


  • The Rapid Antigen Test allows getting a quick result within 15-30 minutes, no need for a follow-up appointment to discuss the result.
  • Milti sample collection swab available for Lateral Flow Test: Nasopharyngeal swabs, anterior nasal swab, Oropharyngeal swabs, oral swab, sputum, etc.
  • Lateral Flow Test allowing decentralized testing or access to testing in areas where laboratory testing is not available.



Comparison of Covid-19 test method

Covid-19 Test Method

Nucleic Acid Detection Rapid Antigen Test Lateral Flow Test
Detection Principle RT-PCR method for detection of SARS-COV-2 nucleic acid Double-antibody sandwich method for detection of SARS-COV-2 antigen
Sample Type

Nasopharyngeal swabs, anterior nasal swab, Oropharyngeal swabs, oral swab, sputum, etc.

Nasopharyngeal swabs, Oropharyngeal swabs, anterior nasal swab, oral swab, sputum, etc.
Sample Preparation RNA extraction No pre-processing
Testing Process Need to use fluorescence quantitative PCR instrument, the detection process is about 1 -2 hours No instrument is needed during the Rapid Antigen Test detection process, and the results are produced in 15-20 minutes
Interpretation of Results The results need to be processed and analyzed by professionals Visual interpretation
Accuracy of Results Affected by sample preparation, false negatives may occur

Lateral Flow Test provide good specificity and high sensitivity


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