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In reply to the discussion: check in you if received your four free covid tests! [View all]Donkees
(32,964 posts)26. iHealth requires test kits be stored at temperatures between 36o and 86oF ...
The manufacturer of the iHealth® COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test requires test kits be stored at temperatures between 36o and 86oF (2o - 30oC). Any extended exposure of the test kit to temperatures beyond this range may affect quality of test results. If you have ordered home delivery of the test kit and expect temperatures in your area to be outside of this range at time of delivery, it is recommended that you arrange for someone to be home at or near time of delivery to receive the test kit.
https://ihealthlabs.com/
https://ihealthlabs.com/
Does cold weather impact your rapid COVID-19 test? It depends on the brand
On iHealthLabs website, the fine print says to store in a dry location, between 36 degrees and 86 degrees Fahrenheit. It warns, any extended exposure of the test kit to temperatures beyond this range, may affect the quality of test results.
An Ellume spokesperson told WUSA9, ...if the product is exposed to extreme temperatures it could damage the test and trigger a Test Error rather than a false positive.
SD Biosensor says: Store the kit at 36-86 °F / 2-30 °C and protect from direct sunlight. The expiry date of the materials is indicated on the external packaging. Do not freeze the kit.
https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/verify/are-covid-kits-left-in-the-cold-okay-to-use/65-e249d2e3-5030-4ee7-8bfb-76ee7f8a4deb
On iHealthLabs website, the fine print says to store in a dry location, between 36 degrees and 86 degrees Fahrenheit. It warns, any extended exposure of the test kit to temperatures beyond this range, may affect the quality of test results.
An Ellume spokesperson told WUSA9, ...if the product is exposed to extreme temperatures it could damage the test and trigger a Test Error rather than a false positive.
SD Biosensor says: Store the kit at 36-86 °F / 2-30 °C and protect from direct sunlight. The expiry date of the materials is indicated on the external packaging. Do not freeze the kit.
https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/verify/are-covid-kits-left-in-the-cold-okay-to-use/65-e249d2e3-5030-4ee7-8bfb-76ee7f8a4deb
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