Lucira Check It COVID-19 Test Kit + LUCI PASS app

The Lucira COVID-19 All-In-One Test Kit is a single-use test kit intended for self-collection at-home by individuals 14 and older to detect the virus that causes COVID-19.

Key Features

• FDA/EUA: The Lucira COVID-19 Check It Test is the first and only FDA EUA authorized single-use molecular test. This is a rapid PCR-like test for self-collection of a nasal sample, for use by symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals. The test can run in less than 30 minutes. Results are available within 12 hours of uploading a photo of your test to the LUCI PASS app.
• CONVENIENT, EASY TO USE – Everything needed for self-collection of nasal sample: Instructions For Use, 1 nasal swab in a peel-pouch, 1 sample vial containing liquid for processing sample, 1 test unit for running test, 2 AA batteries for the test unit, 1 plastic disposal bag. 
• FREE RESULTS REPORT APP – The LUCI Pass app reports the results of this test to relevant public health authorities in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements.
• PHOTO UPLOAD REQUIREMENT – While you do NOT have to send your sample to a lab to get your result, you DO need to upload a completed photo of your test after it has run in order to receive your results. 
• GOLD STANDARD ACCURACY: Accuracy equivalent to high sensitivity PCR—achieved 100% sensitivity (positive percent agreement) and 98% specificity (negative percent agreement) in clinical testing (1).
• VIRUS DETECTION ONLY – This test will not confirm immunity or detect antibodies with respect to COVID-19.
• FOR PEOPLE 14 AND OLDER – Self-collection at home is approved for anyone 14 years and older, while people ages 2-13 years require adult collection by a healthcare provider.

Are you interested in going to Japan for the Tokyo games? If so, Meenta is proud to support you on your road to Tokyo as an official virtual testing site for COVID-19. To get the COVID-19 test results report for travel to Japan, you’ll have to purchase a *different product* (linked here, not the current one) (instructional video here). 

1. Lucira Community Testing Study 07A-CLI 006 Fall 2020 (n=101)

Want to learn more about picking the perfect COVID-19 test for your situation? Check out our blog on this topic here. Feel free to contact us any time with questions at support@meenta.io, and we’d be happy to help you out!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you tell me more about Lucira’s PCR quality molecular accuracy?

The Lucira Check It COVID test Kit is a diagnostic test to detect the virus that causes COVID-19. Therefore, the test detects if you have an active infection. However, it does not confirm immunity or detect antibodies. Specifically, it is a molecular test that amplifies the virus’s genetic material while the test is running just like PCR lab tests. Importantly, Lucira’s amplification method provides 98% accuracy compared to one of the highest sensitivity lab PCR tests.

Can this test detect new SARS-CoV-2 variants?

Yes, this Lucira Check It COVID test has been shown to detect the most common variants. Currently, Lucira Health is doing testing to make sure that this Lucira COVID test can detect emerging strains as well. In the meantime, we keep a Technical Brief that lists the new strains that this test can detect.

What’s the shelf life?

Currently, the test kit has a 6-month expiration. Importantly, the FDA requires real time aging studies for this kind of statement. Therefore, Lucira has real time aging studies underway and expect to update the expiration dating every three months.

How many times can I use this test?

Each Lucira Check It COVID test kit is a single-use and comes with everything needed to run 1 COVID-19 test.

Is this test covered by insurance?

We recommend that you reach out to your insurance carrier directly to discuss reimbursement.

Are there any important documents I should read before taking this test?

While not required, here are a few documents of interest:

• This test is only approved for use under the Food and Drug Administration’s Emergency Use Authorization.
• In addition, if you’re interested in learning the details of all of the variants this Lucira test can detect, you can find more information here.
• Also, the extended instructions for using the Lucira Check It COVID-19 test could be useful.
• However, if you still have more questions, there is an extended FAQ document from Lucira here.

How do I interpret my test results?

People who test positive for this Lucira Check It COVID test likely have the virus that causes COVID-19 in their nasal swab sample. However, being positive with this test does not necessarily mean that you don’t also have another kind of infection as well. Above all, if you test positive, you should self-isolate and contact your healthcare provider to ask them what to do next.

People who test negative with this test may still have the virus that causes COVID-19. Therefore, people who test negative and still have COVID-19 symptoms should contact their healthcare provider to get follow-up care and possibly a follow-up PCR test.