The Accula SARS-CoV-2 Test combines RT-PCR accuracy with a simple workflow to provide fast and convenient rapid PCR-based test results. The test’s patented PCR technology enables rapid exponential amplification while reducing overall thermocycling times, resulting in faster test results.

The Accula SARS-CoV-2 Test performed on the Accula Dock is a molecular in vitro diagnostic test utilizing PCR and lateral flow technologies for the qualitative, visual detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2 in clinician-collected nasal or nasal mid-turbinate swab specimens or clinician-instructed self-collected (collected on site) nasal swab specimens, collected from individuals suspected of COVID-19 by their healthcare provider.

Features of the Accula SARS-CoV-2 Test include:

The Accula SARS-CoV-2 Test is a nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) for detection of SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA in approximately 30 minutes. To perform the test, nasal or nasal mid-turbinate specimens are added to the SARS-CoV-2 buffer to solubilize the sample. An aliquot of the SARS-CoV-2 buffer is then dispensed into an Accula SARS-CoV-2 test cassette. The test cassette contains  positive and negative internal controls, enzymes, OscAR™ reagents, and a detection strip necessary for the full completion of the assay. There are four steps in the process:

1. Lysis of the virus

2. Reverse transcription (RT) of viral RNA to cDNA

3. Nucleic acid amplification by PCR

4. Detection

In approximately 30 minutes, clinicians can quickly and reliably identify patients who are positive for COVID-19. None of the mutations in the following SARS-CoV-2 Variants of Concern impact the Accula SARS-CoV-2 Test Performance:

The Accula SARS-CoV-2 Test performed on the Accula Dock or the Silaris™ Dock is a molecular in vitro diagnostic test utilizing polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and lateral flow technologies for the qualitative, visual detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2 in clinician-collected nasal or nasal mid-turbinate swab specimens or clinician-instructed self-collected (collected on site) nasal swab specimens, collected from individuals suspected of COVID-19 by their healthcare provider. Testing is limited to laboratories certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA), 42 U.S.C. §263a, that meet requirements to perform high, moderate, or waived complexity tests. The Accula SARS-CoV-2 Test is authorized for use at the Point of Care (POC), i.e., in patient care settings operating under a CLIA Certificate of Waiver, Certificate of Compliance, or Certificate of Accreditation.

Accula SARS-CoV-2 Test results are for the identification of SARS-CoV-2 RNA. The SARS-CoV-2 RNA is generally detectable in upper respiratory specimens during the acute phase of infection. Positive results are indicative of the presence of SARS-CoV-2 RNA; clinical correlation with patient history and other diagnostic information is necessary to determine patient infection status. Positive results do not rule out bacterial infection or co-infection with other viruses. Testing facilities within the United States and its territories are required to report all results to the appropriate public health authorities.

Negative results do not preclude SARS-CoV-2 infection and should not be used as the sole basis for patient management decisions. Negative results must be combined with clinical observations, patient history, and epidemiological information.

The Accula SARS-CoV-2 Test is intended for use by trained operators who are proficient in performing tests on the Accula Dock and Silaris Dock. The Accula SARS-CoV-2 Test is only for use under the Food and Drug Administration’s Emergency Use Authorization. View Terms and Conditions Here