Do you know how to take a rapid antigen test (RAT) and read the result? RATs are a quick and convenient way to check if you have COVID-19. - A negative result is shown by a line next to the C marker and no line next to the T marker. - A positive result is shown by a line next to both the C and T markers. - If a line only appears next to the T marker, this means your test result is invalid. This can happen if the test was done incorrectly. If this happens, perform a second test by either retaking

🧪 New Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) will be rolled out from today. It’s important to note these test kits are for swabbing your mouth – not your nose! To ensure you’re receiving an accurate result, watch this video on how to use an oral COVID-19 RAT kit correctly. These RATs will be available for free at our 1300 Smiles and Reid Park drive-through testing sites for eligible community members. Our teams on site will inform you about the type of testing kit you are receiving. If you have questions,

Not sure how to do a rapid antigen test? Check out this video that shows how to correctly perform a basic rapid antigen test. There are different self-test kits available so make sure you follow the instructions provided with the test. Rapid antigen tests are great to use if you’ve got no symptoms and are heading to a large gathering or visiting vulnerable people. If your rapid antigen test result is positive, you must get a PCR test to confirm and self-isolate while you wait for your result. If