How to Do an At-Home COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test Correctly

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  • @PokerJunkie83
    @PokerJunkie83 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Half inch up the nose is way better than the other test where they were literally strumming my brain 😂

    • @cammanchris
      @cammanchris ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Agreed! Hope to never have to do that one again

  • @upeasterner
    @upeasterner 2 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    I despaired when I opened the test kit...the directions were awful. Thank you so much for this!

    • @rayselby3487
      @rayselby3487 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Sue here: I know. I would rather read the Bible.

    • @Alyssa-cv1bd
      @Alyssa-cv1bd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I thought it was only me 🤦🏻‍♀️ I’m still tryna figure it out

    • @e.private5224
      @e.private5224 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They were awful

    • @theire483
      @theire483 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes they are

    • @priscillasmith9568
      @priscillasmith9568 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mine had NO instructions

  • @daisymerolling7
    @daisymerolling7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I'm pretty sure I don't have the virus but just to be safe I'm taking one. But opening the box and initiating the test daunted me. Thanks for this video! It helped!
    EDIT: I forgot to update back then, but it was covid. Boo!

  • @jaysee27
    @jaysee27 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    This was the best tutorial I've found online. The written instructions that come with the kit are somewhat confusing; I ended up wasting one of the kits. Your video made it very simple. Thanks! A
    Another thought, a QR Code included with the written instructions that link to this type of video would have been very helpful.

  • @AfallinAngel
    @AfallinAngel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I opened the instructions and got an instant migraine lol
    Thank you
    Negative in MICHIGAN

  • @XxQueenChristinaxX
    @XxQueenChristinaxX ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thanks. I’ve never taken this type of COVID test before and wasn’t satisfied with the written instructions. Helpful.

  • @lilylopez7590
    @lilylopez7590 2 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    Thank you for taking the time to teach us. Fast & easy instructions. And thank you for all you do to help keep us safe & healthy.

  • @Maillady42
    @Maillady42 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Ty for taking time to make this video! It was very easy to understand & right to the point. Very well done!

  • @teenafithian3561
    @teenafithian3561 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This was so much easier to follow. I only wished I saw it before I did the test. I was not sure I’d I had done the test correctly as I got a Negative result. But got a “C” line. I did not look in the mirror to make sure I put the swab in all the way. And I also have the same symptoms as I did before when I’ve had a positive result.. So I may retest again tomorrow or sooner. Thank you.

  • @dawn1398
    @dawn1398 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Thank you so much for taking the time to explain how to use this kit. It was very helpful!

  • @elliott_hunter0510
    @elliott_hunter0510 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You know used to be scared of the home tests because I thought you had to go in like 2 inches, but this looks way better. I mean, come on people, we’ve all picked our nose, it’s not worse than that ig 😂

  • @zacharyrodriquez2277
    @zacharyrodriquez2277 2 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    Thanks for this simple and easy instruction on how to use the free home tests we just received! Those written instructions seem so intimidating and endless! Thanks again!👍

    • @lyndavickers6314
      @lyndavickers6314 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much. This was the best instructional.video.

  • @BOOEYROOWHO
    @BOOEYROOWHO ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you. Your visual instructions helped me. I normally comprehend instructions. But I had some doubt on a couple of things. You were clear and you showed each piece you used clearly. Thanks you did a great job.

  • @lizfrank2686
    @lizfrank2686 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thank you for the helpful video. The directions that came with the test are confusing. Directions say to pay close attention to which test you have. Test 1 and Test 2. I have test 1. Directions for both do not address the fact that the liquid is not in the tube but comes separately. This video was helpful it looks like the liquid is already in the tube.

    • @pamhampton2588
      @pamhampton2588 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, wasted one test because I was missing this step and when opening the first test the tiny liquid pouch dropped out of sight.

  • @susanasher6939
    @susanasher6939 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much for the great directions. I couldn't understand the video from iHealth. Yours was perfect.

  • @user-sl4zx6kv3z
    @user-sl4zx6kv3z 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks Claudio, very clear and competent explanation. Best wishes for your medical future!

  • @jerryhatrick5860
    @jerryhatrick5860 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Srill negative lmao. 5 times now.
    3 for surgeries and procedures twice at home.

  • @WhySoSeriousHmmm
    @WhySoSeriousHmmm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    One critique - when you talk about the line appearing at the "T" for a positive test result, also mention that the "C" line should simultaneously be present - so as not to cause confusion and to be as clear as possible. Because a single line on the entire screen and only under the "T" would probably mean an invalid test.

  • @JouvaMoufette
    @JouvaMoufette 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Thank you! This helped when it came to the depth of how far the swab should go.
    The only thing is that this isn't completely up to date. As you mentioned, some test kits differ. I think the biggest part that should be mentioned is that the fluid in the tube may be in a separate container that needs to be squeezed out into the tube. That was the only difference I noticed for the same brand test kit used in this video

    • @timothymccoy7585
      @timothymccoy7585 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah the video was a very helpful I looked at the instructions made me very confused the video simple and clear.. thanks for the video very helpful...

    • @rumble8014
      @rumble8014 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Covid went on a vacation. How much do people get paid to push such nonsense?

    • @anothergamingchannel2656
      @anothergamingchannel2656 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's what brought me here. I remember those old covid tests where they rammed those q tips so deep in your nose it felt like they were going to hit your brain lol. Was scared I was going to have to do the same

  • @mjowsey
    @mjowsey 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    15 minutes? Every positive I've seen takes less than 2 minutes

  • @COSMACELF1802
    @COSMACELF1802 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My tests (did twice) both came back negative. I have no symptoms. yet someone claims they got covid from me??? is that possible?

    • @elcidcampeador497
      @elcidcampeador497 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Someone needs to get a life! Don't hang out with the nuts.

  • @farihamohamedhilmy4700
    @farihamohamedhilmy4700 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you UC Davis for the easy and simple tutorial 😊

  • @myesainla
    @myesainla 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I need to test for my line of work. I've come back to this quick vid a time or two so that I can test at home just to make sure i'm good to go. lol Thank you for this!

  • @barbarasanders6968
    @barbarasanders6968 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was the best explain Covid 19 home test it wasn’t a bunch of of Jibber jabber. You got right to it holding each piece of test supplies that came in the testing kit
    Thank you so much

  • @strayfox55bc37
    @strayfox55bc37 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much, I was poking way too far up my nose lol

  • @LisaArmstrong14
    @LisaArmstrong14 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much it worked

  • @muttlee1213
    @muttlee1213 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much for this tutorial

  • @rubytuesday7225
    @rubytuesday7225 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you. I couldnt read the instructions...the print was so small. I did it wrong! Didnt know until after I watched this. Will do another test tomorrow, first thing. 👍

  • @tthomas9160
    @tthomas9160 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you. I couldn't find the directions.

  • @sandyginn860
    @sandyginn860 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Perfect! Thanx

  • @peggys121
    @peggys121 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Thank you! When we don’t feel well, processing directions isn’t always easy.

  • @-SarahElizabeth-
    @-SarahElizabeth- ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for simple, clear instructions.

  • @LethalCapo
    @LethalCapo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks I don’t have Covid thanks for going slowly ❤️

  • @valerieroling8035
    @valerieroling8035 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you. Very helpful!!

  • @ceasinghornet40d40
    @ceasinghornet40d40 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i wonder how many people disliked the video because they tested positive

  • @starphale2012
    @starphale2012 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My husband just spilled the water inside the tube and everything is ruined. So difficult to understand this instructions. Thanks for shading the light!

  • @jacquemigurl3024
    @jacquemigurl3024 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank You For This Perfectly Instructed Video 📹 Sir! You Are The Best!💯

  • @samimotag
    @samimotag 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for this video. it helped me a lot. My head was pounding and I couldn't understand the instructions in the box. i couldn't read it because of the pain. Happy i Googled it and found this video

  • @VampyTN
    @VampyTN ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you for explaining the directions easily and succinctly! I appreciate you!

  • @rosejones2932
    @rosejones2932 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Haven't figured it out - I will follow you info and get back to you.

  • @vclocals5536
    @vclocals5536 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Any virus shows as positive so...😂

  • @DutoinJersey
    @DutoinJersey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video! Thank you so much for posting this!

  • @rosejones2932
    @rosejones2932 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally figured it out - negative tests X 2! Had to put it on half speed to get through all of it. Now just waiting for the Covid booster X 5

  • @carolynann4626
    @carolynann4626 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This video was very helpful to me. Thank you!

  • @beverlymcnulty2589
    @beverlymcnulty2589 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My kit did not contain any directions. Thank you for this instructional.

  • @StartHere281
    @StartHere281 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Jesus saves

  • @bholmes5490
    @bholmes5490 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As mine came in Spanish I found your tutorial very well done.

  • @carisarkin2526
    @carisarkin2526 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really!! Even tho this one was a different brand.. The instructions that came with my Hightop kit were microscopic and miniscule. There's no way I was able to read them

  • @LynMaarouf
    @LynMaarouf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job, Thanks for the video. The instructions were tiny faded print. This is so much better.

  • @betsyhughley-alford9065
    @betsyhughley-alford9065 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I read those instructions over and over....and gave up. Then found your step by step video....thanks!!

  • @marytaylor7821
    @marytaylor7821 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    THANK YOU FOR SHOWING ME HOW TO DO THE TEST

  • @1browngirl29
    @1browngirl29 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent and concise instructions

  • @tenderpawsm473
    @tenderpawsm473 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You set the swab down after collecting the sample? Another brand has a hole in the box which holds the liquid.

  • @juliafrietsch7.
    @juliafrietsch7. 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I opened the prefilled tube and closed it immediately again, 15 minutes before inserting the swab. Can results be incorrect?

  • @CaptainKupo
    @CaptainKupo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you, somehow the - official cdc video - doesnt tell you how to take a covid test

  • @nataliyag5098
    @nataliyag5098 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great explanation! Thank you!

  • @boblewis8463
    @boblewis8463 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you!

  • @scottatwood4340
    @scottatwood4340 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks. read the instructions but your video made it easy. and not even a faint line on T.

  • @BarbieWilkins
    @BarbieWilkins 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for the guidance! God Bless

  • @madisonnieto5193
    @madisonnieto5193 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your so...clean and organized and you speak very 😃👍

  • @ninapendor5136
    @ninapendor5136 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for sharing this video! very much appreciated. God bless! We are doing self test at home. Thanks again.

  • @karendunson4049
    @karendunson4049 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you. That was so helpful.

  • @henryhwu4784
    @henryhwu4784 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You did really well, thanks

  • @iviamartinez3780
    @iviamartinez3780 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video. Thanks

  • @AdonisDE
    @AdonisDE 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    who else thinks they got covid 😂

  • @coronabuster3611
    @coronabuster3611 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks so much for this. Normally I'd read the directions but I'm so sick, I just don't have the energy to care that much. Plus, this is much better than when the hospital the the test because they stuck that swab all the way to the top of my nose, it was horrible.

    • @UCDavisHealth
      @UCDavisHealth  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We hope you feel better soon!

  • @paul_particularlyunhappynut
    @paul_particularlyunhappynut 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    bruhhhh my parents is not gonna be able to do this

  • @koolademasta
    @koolademasta 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I put the swab in the liquid and it absorbed all the fluid lol

  • @iamelian6614
    @iamelian6614 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What if there was a Line at the T seconds after putting in the drops

    • @duffman857
      @duffman857 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If there’s a line at the C and T it’s positive. Same thing happened to me when I tested positive. It seemed to get fainter on later tests as days passed. Hope youre feeling ok!

  • @meathead585
    @meathead585 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    there is no liquid in the tube as received. There is a separate package with clear liquid. Am I supposed to put that into the tube. This entire test is just so confusing to me.
    And tapping the tube onto a surface made no sense at all. why would I put a swab into a tube which has nothing in the tube ? why am I tapping tube on flat surface ?
    What is a clutching swab ? just where do i put the drops ? where the c and t are or where the horizontal area to it's right ? what if your test is negative..what does it show ?

    • @mjowsey
      @mjowsey 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes, there has to be liquid in the tube. I guess that the separate container has the liquid you need.

  • @SpyNinjaKickBump-q7x
    @SpyNinjaKickBump-q7x 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I thought he said swamp so i brang shrek

  • @sunitamumford1888
    @sunitamumford1888 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent tutorial !

  • @SabsSuper
    @SabsSuper 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can we take the swab with cheek?

  • @peggysheridan3606
    @peggysheridan3606 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Binax now Covid testing.

  • @theire483
    @theire483 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nothing came out of my dropper...i followed all instructions, as awful as they were.

  • @bluemoon9868
    @bluemoon9868 ปีที่แล้ว

    My test kit is different from yours. It always display like T first. So I really confused.

  • @m.k.a.n.w.
    @m.k.a.n.w. 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That video should be called: "How to affect the mood of humans in 15 minutes or less?"

  • @trinimom7686
    @trinimom7686 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks a million

  • @lindawinik8464
    @lindawinik8464 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could not squeeze the sides of the tube while pulling out the swab from the tube as you said to do. No matter how hard I tried to squeeze the tube,it did not push in at all.

  • @kamalamijar4838
    @kamalamijar4838 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yep go emergency wait for 12 hours to see the doctor!!!!

  • @Enpassantful
    @Enpassantful 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good.

  • @SuperYogagirl
    @SuperYogagirl 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so grateful for these easy to understand instructions. I am in another country and could not read their instructions. Thank you

  • @youre_not_barking_at_her6387
    @youre_not_barking_at_her6387 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro I just took the test and it came out positive and school just started omfg this is the worst timing ever

  • @naveedasghar6603
    @naveedasghar6603 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought you’re also to use the swab at the back of your throat first?

    • @mjowsey
      @mjowsey 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's what they do for CPR testing. I don't know why it's different

  • @jeanetteyoung8352
    @jeanetteyoung8352 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This direction was soooooo helpful.Thank you

    • @jeanetteyoung8352
      @jeanetteyoung8352 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      wow my daughter is +,

    • @UCDavisHealth
      @UCDavisHealth  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      We hope she’s doing ok! Here’s some info that might be helpful - health.ucdavis.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-testing/what-to-do-if-you-test-positive

  • @radiohead68
    @radiohead68 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why do my results show up in 30 seconds? Is this ok?

  • @TheAVP2010
    @TheAVP2010 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Is this deep enough?

  • @Alyssa-cv1bd
    @Alyssa-cv1bd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    But what are those beads tho ? Like I have yellow and white beads

  • @astrogeek99
    @astrogeek99 ปีที่แล้ว

    It says 15 minutes, but my positive result showed up in about 30 seconds. Is it still valid? Does it mean I have a really bad case of it?

    • @theREAL.GutsFromBerserk
      @theREAL.GutsFromBerserk ปีที่แล้ว +1

      most likely is a positive but could be a false I'd say take another

  • @emmabrown1223
    @emmabrown1223 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What do you have two lines one red under the seat and one black under the t

  • @laurayoung2293
    @laurayoung2293 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im confused... see when doing nose.. i wonder how far the swab should go up? Some says dont have to go deeper some says go deeper angle straight or upward straight up? Which?

    • @UCDavisHealth
      @UCDavisHealth  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He explains this at :40 in the video. Thanks for watching!

  • @stevenmyers3647
    @stevenmyers3647 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What if the T line is darker than the C line? Does it matter?

  • @JediMasterBaiter
    @JediMasterBaiter 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What do I do with the silica gel?

  • @woodstockman6972
    @woodstockman6972 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ok so what does only bottom line showing mean

  • @Janchone
    @Janchone 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kad bi znao kol'ko nas zabole za testove...

  • @ImNotADeeJay
    @ImNotADeeJay ปีที่แล้ว

    does it matter if the T line comes out first?

  • @kellytaylor6095
    @kellytaylor6095 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Thank you

  • @RatedA4Aliens
    @RatedA4Aliens 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The manual says 4 drops not 3

  • @angelinamonreal8170
    @angelinamonreal8170 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What happens if T appears first before C?

  • @hotsausenjoyer2000
    @hotsausenjoyer2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the help! I’ll update as soon as I have covid

    • @Catgat37
      @Catgat37 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So.....did you die?