Change of Lateral Flow Device (LFD) tests for use at Asymptomatic Testing Sites (ATS):
DfE, SEN Implementation Team announce that from today, 10 May, NHS Test and Trace are introducing a new type of LFD test called Orient Gene. These are for use only at ATS in schools and colleges. These tests involve double nasal swab samples only – a throat sample is not needed. The Orient Gene devices return a positive or negative result in under 30 minutes.