FAQs

Yes, you can do this test yourself at home or your workplace without any assistance from a lab or another healthcare professional. It is easy to use and safe.

A detailed instruction video is available at

1. <Link>
2. By scanning the QR code on the front side of the box
3. Step-by-step instructions are also available in the ‘Tata MD Self-Check’ app

It is common to experience some sneezing when the nasal swab is inserted into the nose.

Tests can be interpreted visually by observing for dark pink / red lines on the test cassette. Refer to the visual below. The Self-Check app also reads results automatically using your phone camera.

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Please make sure to report positive results to ICMR using the Tata MD Self-Check app.

Yes faint bands indicate valid result. If in doubt, make sure to use the Tata MD Self-check app. Make sure to read the result within 20 minutes of taking the test.

The band intensity does not indicate a mild or severe infection. A faint band may be observed even in patients with severe infection.

Download using the App store or Play Store, <download links>.

• When searching on THE Play Store, avoid the use of term ‘COVID’. You may search for ‘Tata MD Self-check App’, or use the links provided in the response to the previous questions.
• Make sure the App Store / Play Store region is set to India. For more details: Android – https://support.google.com/googleplay/answer/7431675?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroid. iOS – https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201389.

Redo the test with a fresh unused kit

Do not use the kit and contact the pharmacy where you bought the kit from. Also, please write to us at covidselftest@tatamd.com <or WhatsApp number>

Level 1- Close the app and start again

Level 2- Uninstall and reinstall

Level 3- Write to us at selftest@tatamd.com