The Camtech COVID-19 Antigen Rapid test kit was part of a broad market study sponsored by the Hong Kong Biomedical Innovation Association.

24 rapid antigen test kits for the detection of COVID-19 infection have been scientifically and objectively evaluated according to their sensitivity, specificity, stability, user-friendliness (ease of use) and other indicators. Based on this comparative study, the top nine antigen kit brands were (in alphabetical order):

BGI-Yahuilong, BNIBT, Camtech, GP Getein, INDICAID, Jinwofu, Wisdom, WizBiotech, Wondfo.

Professor Yu Changhai, Chairman of the Hong Kong Biotechnology Association emphasized that the research and publication of this project is purely for the welfare of the public and have no commercial elements. Professor Lu Yulin, the president of the Association, believes that this study also shows that the public has a certain degree of supervision on the marketed test devices and it is hoped that the manufacturers will continue to improve the quality of their product based on this feedback.

For further details, please read the original article (in Chinese) by following this link or find the translation of this news report here (PDF).

The Camtech IgM/IgG Antibody Rapid test kit along with 3 other commercially available antibody test kits were assessed in a clinical study in Brazil at the Federal University of Parana.

The lateral flow immunochromatographic assays showed excellent diagnostic performance and the Camtech kit achieved high accuracy in the comparison study.

The paper, with the title "Rapid Serological Tests for SARS-CoV-2: Diagnostic Performance of 4 Commercial Assays", was published online by the journal Medical Principles and Practice.

For further details, please follow this link to the online article.

As Singapore has seen an increased number of COVID-19 cases in the past month, regulators decided to allow the distribution of COVID-19 self-testing kits in the country. These self-testing kits, which detect the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 in a home use setting, will go on sales from June 16th at selected stores. TODAY magazine's Wong Pei Ting decided to try three kits, including Camtech Diagnostics' Antigen test kit, which is pending HSA's approval for self-testing.

See the explanation video of our COVID-19 test kit above. And read further details in TODAY's article to get tips and advice on these tests: Explainer: How to use Covid-19 self-test kits, how they work and what they cost.

A new shipment of Camtech's Viral Antigen Detection kits are being loaded onto trucks. These supplies have been sent out today to India to support the fight against the surge of COVID-19.

Singapore's Health Science Authority (HSA) has awarded Camtech Provisional Authorization for the company's viral antigen detection kit.

This test is using fluorescent immunochromatography to detect SARS-CoV-2 virus particles from throat or nasopharyngeal swabs. In less than 20 minutes healthcare professionals can determine a patient's COVID-19 infection status with high confidence.

See more details on Camtech's Viral Antigen Detection kit.

Ensuring the safety of staff and customers during the COVID-19 Pandemic remains a challenge, especially, for small businesses. Having a robust and affordable test for COVID-19 that can be deployed anywhere ensures more small businesses can actively engage in controlling the spread of the disease.

Camtech’s HSA and CE IVD certified kits have been pivotal in helping small businesses such as the Motor Yacht White Rabbit protect its staff and customers. White Rabbit who own the largest trimaran superyacht had this to say about Camtech’s IgM & IgG Antibody Rapid test.

See the Acknowledgement from the Yacht's Registered Nurse here.

Beauty Beyond Borders Covid Edition - Beauty Beyond Borders Foundation did a special outreach to tricycle drivers in Las Piñas city. The team did coronavirus testing for hundreds of people using Camtech's COVID-19 Rapid test kit through the help of Keli Devices. The drivers were happy that they can go back to their livelihood safely.

Camtech offers free asset tracking for all hospitals, care providers and support services responding to the COVID-19 pandemic through Redbite's itemit service.

Use itemit for free in your response against COVID-19. Track assets, equipment, machinery and PPE. Monitor inventory levels and track equipment location, condition and status.

See more details at itemit.com

Camtech and JN Medsys Ramp Up Production of Health Sciences Authority-Approved COVID-19 PCR and Rapid Test Kits (excerpt)

Two Singapore firms, Camtech Diagnostics Pte. Ltd. (“Camtech Diagnostics”) and JN Medsys Pte. Ltd. (“JN Medsys”), have obtained provisional authorisation from the Health Sciences Authority (“HSA”), the Singapore authority regulating health products, for two COVID-19 test kits. Camtech Diagnostics is the research and product development arm of Camtech Holdings Pte. Ltd. (“Camtech”), a local technology company. Camtech is also an investor in JN Medsys, a local life science firm.

Camtech Diagnostics’ COVID-19 IgG/IgM Rapid Qualitative Screening Test” (“Rapid Test”) detects for the antibodies immunoglobulin M (lgM) and immunoglobulin G (IgG) in serum, plasma and whole blood of those infected with COVID-19. The test provides results in 10 minutes without specialised equipment or laboratory-trained personnel. This makes it a quick and easy tool for assisting in the screening and identification of asymptomatic carriers during this COVID-19 outbreak, although it should not be used for confirmatory testing, or as the sole basis of a diagnosis. The company is also carrying out further development to enable more sensitive detection at an earlier point post-infection than current IgM/IgG tests.

Camtech Diagnostics and JN Medsys had previously received Spring Singapore innovation grant funding as well as private investment from local angel investors.

Dr Kuok Meng-Han, Founder and Managing Director of Camtech, said, “The current COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in the urgent requirement of various countries globally for diagnostic tests to identify the presence of the virus and antibodies in the blood. Our complementary test kits cover the spectrum from accurate lab-based methods to rapid, point-of-care tests, crucial to helping control and contain the spread of the disease.”

He added, “We are now planning to expand manufacturing in Singapore for both kits in order to meet the projected demand. Our background in developing high-end molecular and point-of-care diagnostic tests enabled us to use these platforms to rapidly develop and supply COVID-19 tests. On a broader note, the fast turnaround to develop these kits is also testament to Singapore’s long term investment in life science capabilities, which has built up a vibrant ecosystem of private and public labs as well as biotechnology companies that can quickly develop products which are critical during this time of need.”

See the full article at MobiHealthNews