The COVID-19 saliva test of the innovative Swiss company ender diagnostics meets the highest standards for the molecular biological detection of SARS-CoV-2.
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The COVID-19 saliva test of the innovative Swiss company ender diagnostics meets the highest standards for the molecular biological detection of SARS-CoV-2.
The question of whether COVID-19 is detectable is answered by direct molecular biological detection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus or its RNA components using a simple, non-invasive saliva sample. The corresponding diagnostics reliably enable the conclusion to be drawn as to whether SARS-CoV-2 is detectable in a person at the time the saliva sample is taken. This is independent of whether symptoms are present or not.
It is an easy-to-use saliva test kit for self-collection of a saliva sample at home or in the company.
The rapid molecular PCR test used, from the innovative Swiss company Ender Diagnostics, identifies the target gene orf1-a of SARS-CoV-2 and also detects asymptomatic virus carriers. The test is carried out in Swissmedic-accredited Swiss laboratories or rapid test centres.
Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 by asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic persons has been described and also occurs during the incubation period of max. 14 days. The analysis is carried out Monday-Saturday, the result is usually available on the same day and at the latest on the following day of sample receipt.
The analysis is carried out as a non-compulsory service of the health insurance company, no reclaim vouchers are generated.
The presence of COVID-19 can only be detected by means of a test using suitable sample material (saliva sample or nasopharyngeal swab). With so-called PCR tests, such as our PCR rapid test from the innovative Swiss company ender diagnostics, even asymptomatic virus carriers are detected, in contrast to the antigen tests that have been widespread up to now. Furthermore, more and more countries require a negative SARS-CoV-2 PCR test for entry, which is why a negative PCR laboratory result is becoming increasingly important. However, the validity of such a result depends on the entry regulations and is subject to the approval of the respective national authorities at the destination.
Positive detection of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) is notifiable. In the event of a positive test result, the laboratory is legally obliged to forward the necessary data to the authorities (Federal Office of Public Health and cantonal physician). In the case of a negative test result, only the client is informed.