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Health Sciences Authority (HSA) of Singapore has officially granted Alltest a 1 year expiry date extension to the Alltest SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Rapid Test (COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test) kits. The Alltest SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Rapid Test kits came with 24 months of shelf life prior to the extension. The extension would increase the product shelf life to 36 months. The extended shelf life supports consumers' ongoing COVID-19 testing efforts by ensuring reliable product availability over a longer period. This helps healthcare providers and organizations maintain consistent testing capacity without frequent resupply. Alltest has prepared an official letter to announce the extension here....

The COVID-19 continues to evolve and one of the latest variants being monitored is the 'Cicada' Covid variant. Also known as the BA.3.2 variant, this variant has been quietly spreading across the globe. As of today, it is already detected in more than 20 countries and its low rate of detection could contribute to continued transmission. It was also reported that a 10 year old Singaporean girl, arriving in Taiwan on March 14, was infected with this new variant.  What is the Cicada BA.3.2 Covid-19 Variant?The Cicada BA.3.2 Covid-19 variant is a highly mutated Omicron subvariant. According to the US...

The COVID-19 pandemic has continuously evolved, bringing new challenges as the virus mutates. Among the latest developments in the virus's evolution is the emergence of the FLiRT family of variants, particularly the KP.1 and KP.2 strains. These variants have raised questions about their infectiousness and the effectiveness of current vaccines. What Are the KP.1 and KP.2 Strains?The KP.1 and KP.2 strains belong to a subgroup of COVID-19 variants known as the FLiRT family. This group of variants is characterized by specific mutations in the spike protein of the virus, which is crucial for the virus's ability to enter human cells....

Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has granted Alltest an extension of its shelf life of 24 months. The Real-Time Stability Study was submitted alongside the application for the extension. This comprehensive study spanned over two years and focused on evaluating the performance of the Alltest ART. It assessed the device's true response under specific storage conditions, aiming to determine its ability to deliver accurate and reliable results consistently.   Refer to this page to determine the actual expiration date of your Alltest ART.

The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has granted Alltest an extension of its shelf life of 24 months. The ALLTEST SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Rapid Test (Nasal swab) kits in your possession may now have a longer expiry than the labeled product expiry date. These batches were originally dated with an expiry of 15 months, and study support for 24 months extension has been reviewed by HSA. As a result, users of Alltest can be assured that Alltest has met regulatory requirements in Singapore. By extending the shelf life of Alltest, users can have confidence in the reliability and quality of the product, as it...