Test Code COVIDIDNOW Abbott COVID ID NOW
Additional Codes
ALAB: COVIDIDNOW
Powerchart: Coronavirus (COVID-19/SARS-CoV-2) (Alternate)
MA Cerner: COVID-19 (Abbott ID Now)
Specimen Requirement
Nasal Swab:
- For optimal performance, use the swabs provided in the test kit.
- Alternatively, rayon, foam, HydraFlock Flocked swab (standard tip), HydraFlock Flocked swab (mini tip), Copan Mini Tip Flocked Swab, or Copan Standard Flocked Swabs can be used to collect nasal swab samples.
Reference Value
Presumptive Negative
Fact sheets for this Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) assay
can be found at the following link:
https://www.globalpointofcare.abbott/en/product-details/id-now-covid-19.html
Useful For
The detection of SARS-CoV-2 in nasal swab collected from individuals suspected of COVID-19 by their healthcare provider.
Performance
Testing is performed Monday through Sunday. Test performance is limited to the capacity of the instrument.