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The Flowflex Covid-19 Self Test is a fast and reliable tool for detecting an active infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This CE-certified antigen test detects the nucleocapsid protein of the coronavirus via a nasal swab and provides a result within 15 minutes.
The test is easy to perform at home with the included short swab and is suitable for use within the first 7 days after the onset of symptoms. The Flowflex self test is validated by Public Health England and shows a high sensitivity of 97.5% and a specificity of 99.5%.
CE-certified antigen test for home use
Result within 15 minutes
Sensitivity 97.5%, specificity 99.5%
Includes short swab for nasal sample
Individually packaged, including Dutch instructions
Click here for the instructions.
Frequently asked questions about the Flowflex self test
How does the Flowflex COVID-19 self test work?
The Flowflex COVID-19 self test is an antigen test for detecting SARS-CoV-2. You take a nasal sample with the included swab. The sample is then processed according to the steps in the instructions. The result can be read within 15 minutes.
How quickly will I get the result?
The Flowflex self test provides a result within 15 minutes. Read the result at the indicated time and follow the included instructions.
Is the Flowflex self test suitable for home use?
Yes. The Flowflex COVID-19 self test is developed for easy use at home. The test is supplied with the necessary materials and instructions.
What does the Flowflex antigen test detect?
The Flowflex antigen test detects antigens of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. The test is intended to detect indications of an active infection.
How do I use the Flowflex self test?
Read the full instructions before use. You take a nasal sample with the included swab and process it according to the described steps. After the indicated waiting time, you can read the result.
What should I do in case of a positive result?
A positive result may indicate a SARS-CoV-2 infection. In case of a positive result, follow the current advice of the Dutch government and health authorities. If you have questions about your personal situation, contact a healthcare professional.
What is in the package?
The contents of the package may vary depending on the version. Therefore, check the product specifications and the packaging for the exact contents of this Flowflex self test. The test is supplied with the materials needed to perform the test and instructions.
One in three Dutch people has high cholesterol. Is your cholesterol level too high? Buy a home test here and easily gain insight into your cholesterol level, including Medical Interpretation & Advice from our doctors. High cholesterol has no symptoms, so it is important to have it checked regularly. Unnoticed, cholesterol can be much too high and contribute to the risk of cardiovascular disease.
What is tested?
HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, LDL/HDL ratio, TC/HDL ratio, Total cholesterol, Triglycerides
What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a substance in the 'fat' category. The body produces cholesterol itself, mainly in the liver. It can also be obtained in smaller quantities from food. Although cholesterol is often negatively associated with unhealthy eating and an unhealthy lifestyle, it is in fact indispensable for a number of important processes in the body. An excess of cholesterol, especially the bad form LDL cholesterol, is harmful.
Are there warning signs of high cholesterol? What are the most common symptoms of high cholesterol?
High cholesterol has no symptoms! That makes it dangerous, which is why it is so important to measure cholesterol yourself. Unnoticed, cholesterol can be much too high and contribute to the risk of cardiovascular disease.
High total cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol, high LDL cholesterol, high triglycerides; they all contribute to the risk of cardiovascular disease. But what exactly are cardiovascular diseases and what else contributes to their development? And more importantly, how can the risk be reduced?
In cardiovascular diseases, there is a narrowing of the vessels due to plaques that have formed in the vessels, also known as arteriosclerosis or atherosclerosis. In addition to high cholesterol, there are many other factors that can affect the quality of the vessels and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Risk factors that contribute to cardiovascular disease are:
Hereditary predisposition
Smoking
High blood pressure
Underlying diseases such as diabetes, rheumatism, and chronic kidney damage
Overweight and lack of exercise
Unhealthy eating and drinking
Age and gender: men have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, and the risk of cardiovascular disease increases with age
Origin: Turkish, African (Sub-Saharan), Hindu, Asian-Surinamese, or Caribbean background. As the vessels narrow, less blood and oxygen flow to the tissues and organs. This affects all organs to a greater or lesser extent and leads to a variety of complaints. If it is so severe that a vessel is completely blocked, it is called an 'infarction'.
Some symptoms of arteriosclerosis:
Slow-healing wounds on the legs or feet
Leg pain during exertion, for example, when walking or cycling. The pain subsides when resting. This is called intermittent claudication.
A constricting feeling in the chest and shortness of breath during exertion or emotion, which subsides with rest. Often there are also accompanying symptoms such as radiation to the jaws and nausea. This phenomenon is called stable angina pectoris or heart cramp. If these symptoms occur without provoking factors, i.e., without exertion or emotion, it is unstable angina pectoris and 112 should be called immediately.
