Description
The Sekisui OSOM RSV Test detects respiratory syncytial virus from a painless anterior nasal swab in 15 minutes. It is CLIA waived and cleared for both young children and older adults, the two groups where an RSV answer changes care the fastest.
- Dual Age Claims – Intended use covers children aged 6 months to 6 years and adults aged 60 and above, per the manufacturer.
- 15 Minute Results – A point of care read supports same visit decisions during respiratory season.
- Ready to Use Buffers – Extraction buffer tubes arrive ready to use, which shortens setup for busy clinics.
- QC Inside – Each kit carries 2 extra tests for external quality control at no additional charge.
About This Rapid RSV Antigen Test
RSV hits the youngest and oldest patients hardest, and both groups benefit when the answer arrives during the visit instead of days later. This waived test uses a noninvasive anterior nasal swab, which is gentler for pediatric patients and faster for staff to collect.
The manufacturer highlights online training modules and support teams to streamline implementation across sites. Kits are manufactured in the USA, which the manufacturer notes reduces supply chain disruption risk during peak respiratory season.
Features and Benefits
Patient Experience
- Anterior Nasal Swab – The shallow swab collection is less invasive than nasopharyngeal sampling, which helps with young children.
- Two High Risk Groups – Claims for young children and for adults 60 and above cover the patients clinicians worry about most.
Clinic Workflow
- CLIA Waived Procedure – The simple procedure fits offices, urgent care centers and clinics running waived testing.
- Prefilled Workflow – Ready to use extraction buffer tubes remove preparation steps at the bench.
Product Specifications
Product Details
- Manufacturer: Sekisui Diagnostics
- Test Type: Rapid RSV antigen test
- Specimen: Anterior nasal swab
- Time to Result: 15 minutes
- Regulatory Status: CLIA waived
- Intended Patients: Children 6 months to 6 years and adults 60 years and above
- Quantity Per Kit: 25 tests plus 2 extra for external QC
- Country of Manufacture: USA, manufacturer stated
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Why Choose This RSV Test for Respiratory Season
Respiratory season compresses schedules, and a test that covers both pediatric and older adult patients keeps one workflow for the whole panel. This kit reads in 15 minutes from a gentle swab, so the visit ends with an answer instead of a pending result.
- One Test for Both Risk Groups – Pediatric and older adult claims in a single kit simplify stocking, a practical differentiator during surge months.
- Gentler Collection – The anterior nasal swab is easier on young children, which improves collection success on the first attempt.
- Same Visit Decisions – A 15 minute point of care result supports disposition and treatment planning before the patient leaves.
- Implementation Support – Manufacturer training modules and support teams help new sites get running and stay compliant.
Manuals and Troubleshooting Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Which patients can this test be used for?
The manufacturer lists intended use for children aged 6 months to 6 years and for adults aged 60 and above. Those are the two groups at highest risk from RSV.
What sample does the test use?
The test uses an anterior nasal swab. The shallow collection is less invasive than a nasopharyngeal swab, which helps with young children.
How long until the result is ready?
Results are ready in 15 minutes at the point of care. Staff can document and act on the result during the same visit.
Is the test CLIA waived?
Yes, the manufacturer describes the procedure as CLIA waived. Sites still follow their certificate of waiver and the package insert for quality control.
How many tests are in a kit?
Each kit holds 25 tests plus 2 additional tests for external quality control under the QC Inside program.
