Please be aware that these are for home use only and there is no option to register them via gov.uk / NHS.

For more information about our lateral flow tests and FAQs, please visit our lateral flow test page.

Features of STEP AHEAD COVID-19 lateral flow test

  • Nasal only lateral flow test
  • Results in 15 minutes
  • 99.8% specificity and 96.4% sensitivity
  • At home testing

  • Specifications

    • 1 test
    • 5 tests
    • 10 tests

  • What's included per test

    • 1x Antigen extraction tube with reagent
    • 1x sterilized swab
    • 1x test device
    • 1x collection bag
    • 1x instructions

  • Suitable for

    • Adults aged 18 and over: self-test (unless unable to do so)
    • Teenagers aged 12 to 17: self-test with adult supervision
    • Children 11 and under: An adult must take the sample following the instructions in the information for use leaflet provided with your test

  • Warnings and cautions

    • For at least 30 minutes before doing the test avoid eating or drinking to reduce the risk of spoiling the test
    • Please do not read the results on your test cassette after 30 minutes as it may lead to false positive results
    • Test kits can be stored at room temperature between 2-30C
    • Keep out of direct sunlight and do not store in the fridge
    • Do not use the test after the expiration date
    • All used tests should be discarded in a closed bag and in accordance with local regulations
    • If the extraction buffer accidentally contacts your skin or eyes, wash it with large amounts of water and contact your doctor if necessary
    • Keep out of the sight and reach of children

  • How to use

    1. Roll the swab firmly around the inside of your nostril, making 5 complete circles.
    2. Using the the same swab repeat this process for the other nostril to ensure an adequate amount of specimen is collected.
    3. Place the swab into the extraction tube, rotate the swab for about 10 seconds and then press the swab head against the tube wall 3 times to release the antigen in the sab.
    4. Hold the extraction tube vertically and add two drops of the test specimens into the specimen well.
    5. Start your timer.
    6. Read results at 15 minutes.
    7. Do not read results after 30 minutes.

  • Delivery and returns

    Standard delivery

    • Free on orders over £35
    • £3.49 for orders up to £35
    • Delivered in 7-10 working days

    Express delivery

    • £4.99
    • Delivered Next Day if ordered before 8pm Monday to Friday
    • Delivered Monday if ordered after 8pm Friday - 12pm Sunday
    • Delivered Tuesday if ordered after 12pm on Sunday
    • Not available in the Channel Islands

    Evri ParcelShops

    Standard Parcel Shop Delivery

    • Free on orders over £35
    • £2.49 on orders up to £35
    • Delivered in 7-10 working days

    Express Parcel Shop Delivery

    • £3.99
    • Delivered Next Day if ordered before 8pm Monday - Friday
    • Delivered Monday if ordered after 8pm Friday – 12pm Sunday
    • Delivered Tuesday if ordered after 12pm on Sunday

    *Please note: If your order is not collected within 10 days of it arriving at your chosen Evri ParcelShop, the order will be returned to our warehouse. We will only be able to refund the order once we have received the item/s back.

    Pharmacy Medicines delivery

    Pharmacy Medicines will need to be signed for by someone aged 18 or over. If there isn't anyone in who can sign for your order, you can change your delivery date or redirect it to a local parcel shop using the courier's website or app.

    Unfortunately, your order can't be left in a safe place or with a neighbour. The courier will try to deliver three times before they return it to us.

    Purchasing in bulk/high unit volume

    Please note that when purchasing high unit volumes of single lines (10+ units) that delivery promotions are null and void.
    This is as a result of high volume orders not being able to be dispatched via our normal third party fulfilment.
    As a result for any excessive bulk orders of single lines we will be in touch regarding your order to discuss further delivery costs that will be incurred.

    Returns

    If you're not completely satisfied with your order, you can return it to us within 28 days
    Find out more about our returns policy click here