3-Minute Test Detects Previous Infection or Post COVID-19 Vaccination Antibodies

Nova Scotia-based MedMira Inc. announced it received the CE mark for its REVEALCOVID-19® PLUS Total Antibody Test. It will become available in Europe and other counties in 2022.

MedMira's test can be completed in under 3 minutes (from when blood is drawn until the testing is completed) and provides an instant result.

REVEALCOVID-19® PLUS detects the presence of total antibodies against the SARS-CoV-2 beta coronavirus generated by either a previous infection or post-vaccination.

The continuous screening for antibodies is essential to keep track person'sson's current antibody status to either determine the effectiveness of post vaccination person'sson's status post-infection."

"We believe the REVEALCOVID-19® PLUS is our next step in Europe to support the healthcare system by allowing a more personalised responsibility approach by offering an easy testing tool and the quickest possible time," said Hermes Chan, CEO of MedMira Inc., in a press release issued on February 8, 2022.

MedMira is a leading developer and manufacturer of Rapid Vertical Flow® diagnostics located in Halifax.