INFLUENZA A ANTIGEN

The Influenza A antigen test is a rapid diagnostic that detects viral proteins from a nasal or throat swab, performed at home by certified Touch Connect professionals in Dubai to provide quick, point‑of‑care results. It is most useful for people with new onset respiratory symptoms—especially children, the elderly and other high‑risk individuals—within the first few days of illness when rapid diagnosis can guide antiviral treatment and isolation decisions. Results are typically available within 15–30 minutes, but because antigen tests are less sensitive than lab PCR, a negative result with strong clinical suspicion may require confirmatory PCR and physician follow‑up; all testing and reporting are conducted in accordance with UAE health regulations.

• Influenza A antigen
• Sample type: Nasal / Nasopharyngeal swab
• Method: Rapid antigen immunoassay
• Turnaround time: 15–30 minutes
• Collection: Certified healthcare professional (home visit, Dubai)

• On‑site nasal/nasopharyngeal swab collected at home by MOH‑licensed certified nurse or technician
• Rapid Influenza A antigen assay with results available within 15–30 minutes
• Ideal for symptomatic screening and early detection of active Influenza A infection
• Secure digital report and MOH‑compatible documentation for employers or travel
• Strict infection‑control measures and PPE use for safe sample collection across Dubai

• Rapid Influenza A antigen nasal/nasopharyngeal swab collection at home by certified healthcare professionals across Dubai
• Point-of-care antigen test with results in 15–30 minutes for fast isolation and treatment decisions
• Ideal for symptomatic patients and recent close contacts to identify active Influenza A infection quickly
• Samples handled and processed through accredited labs with secure digital reporting suitable for UAE health records
• Optional follow-up teleconsultation or referral to Dubai clinics for clinical management and confirmation testing if needed

• Rapid Influenza A antigen test at home with results in 15–30 minutes
• Sample collected by licensed Dubai healthcare professionals using safe nasal/nasopharyngeal swabs
• Recommended for symptomatic individuals and recent close contacts for quick screening and outbreak control
• Secure digital report delivered same day; positive results may require confirmatory PCR and clinical follow-up