
You should isolate and follow the appropriate guidelines. If you test positive using a rapid antigen test, it is highly likely you have COVID‑19.

If you get a positive rapid antigen test result If it touches your eyes or mouth, rinse with plenty of water for 15 minutes and contact your healthcare provider or the Ontario Poison Centre ( 1-80) for assistance. If the liquid accidentally touches your skin, wash it with plenty of water.
#COVID RAPID TEST NEAR ME SKIN#
Please note: the liquid in the tubes can irritate your eyes and skin and is dangerous if swallowed. When the tests are used according to directions, they do not pose a health risk. Use these training resources to help you safely and accurately administer the tests at home. You can also read additional step by step instructions that include swabbing your mouth and nose or watch an instructional video. Start by reading the instructions that come with your kit. You can either test yourself or have someone help you. Rapid antigen tests are easy to use at home. If your participating retail location is out of stock, another local retailer or your local public health unit may have tests available. The distribution of free rapid antigen tests to the public is being discontinued and retailers are currently distributing their remaining supply.

Rapid antigen tests are available through pharmacy and grocery retail locations, local public health units, as well as targeted distribution to high priority communities, while supplies last. Learn more about rapid antigen tests, including when it is recommended that you use one. Results from these tests can be available in as little as 15 minutes.

Rapid antigen tests are easy-to-use tests that detect certain proteins in the virus to confirm the presence of COVID-19.
