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SARS-CoV-2, Real-Time RT-PCR, Saliva (SalivaDirect™)
SARS-CoV-2, Real-Time RT-PCR, Saliva (SalivaDirect™)
Updated over a week ago

Test Details

Lab Company: Access Medical Labs
​Sample Type: Saliva
​Collection Location: At Home

This test detects SARS-CoV-2 to assist in the diagnosis of COVID-19 infections.

Key Details

  • ❌ You must avoid certain activities for 30 minutes before sample collection.

  • 🚚 Samples should be shipped on the collection day, Monday - Friday only.

  • 🧪 If you have other Access Medical Labs tests (blood, stool, or urine), YOU MUST ship all of your samples together.

Preparation & Timing

  • Avoid the following activities for 30 minutes before sample collection.

    • Eating

    • Drinking

    • Smoking

    • Brushing your teeth

    • Using mouthwash

    • Chewing gum

    • Using nasal sprays

Collection Instructions

  1. Write the following information on the provided label.

    1. Patient's name

    2. Patient's date of birth

    3. If your samples are not properly labeled, you will be required to recollect your sample.

  2. Place the label on the sample tube.

  3. Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

  4. Dry your hands with a clean towel.

  5. Remove all materials from the collection kit.

  6. Position the funnel (if provided) into the collection tube.

    1. The funnel is used to help guide saliva into the collection tube. It is not necessary for collection.

  7. Swallow once to clear your mouth.

  8. Allow saliva to collect in your mouth.

    1. DO NOT cough or sniff during this time.

  9. To assist with saliva production,

    1. Think about your favorite food

    2. Yawn

    3. Smell food

  10. Gently release your saliva into the tube.

    1. DO NOT spit or force the saliva into the tube.

  11. Collect enough saliva to fill the tube halfway (excluding bubbles).

  12. Remove the funnel from the collection tube (if you used it).

  13. Screw the cap tightly back on the tube.

  14. Place the closed sample tube into the biohazard bag.

  15. Place the biohazard bag into the provided mailer.

Requisition & Payment

  • Your kit has been prepaid. You DO NOT need to pay anything extra.

  • You must complete your requisition form and send it back with your sample.

    • Since you pre-paid for your tests, you do not need to fill in the payment information on this form.

📄 How to Complete Your Requisition

Shipping

❗️If you have other Access Medical Labs tests (blood, stool, or urine), YOU MUST ship all of your samples together.

  • Ship your sample on the day of collection, Monday - Friday only.

  • To prepare your sample for shipping,

    • Make sure your samples are properly labeled.

    • Place the sample tube into the biohazard bag.

    • Place the biohazard bag into the test kit box.

    • Place the completed test requisition form into the test kit box.

    • Place the test kit box into the provided, prepaid UPS bag.

    • Seal the UPS bag.

  • Make a note of the tracking number on the return label so that you can track your sample back to the lab.

  • Take your sample to a UPS location.

    • DO NOT place your sample in a drop box.

Results

  • Results should be released to your provider 1-6 business days after your sample is received at the lab. Rupa Health cannot guarantee processing time.

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Questions?

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