The amount of symptomatic people I speak to who believe they dont have covid because they did an lft is frankly staggering. Search the forum using the power of Google. You can WhatsApp us on 07423 720 250. While all rapid antigen tests currently on the market for COVID are lateral flow tests, not all lateral . The company I used didnt ask you to report a result, just to upload a photo which they would assess and issue a certificate accordingly. Negative PCR back this morning, just did another LFT and there is the very slightest hint of a line at 30mins (when looking closely using phone light). When we get a test result for a disease like COVID-19, we naturally expect it to be either positive or negative. I have a really mild cold at the moment, so now wondering if the FlowFLex is picking up a common coronavirus. But if you have symptoms, regardless of the lateral flow test result, you should isolate and book a PCR test. However, you should also be aware that if any line, however faint, appears next to the T on the lateral flow test before the end of the half-hour window, that this is a positive test and you must self-isolate and book a PCR test., To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web O holy fright: even a faint second line on a lateral flow test means you are positive Credit: iStockphoto For the past few months, our lives have been ruled by a swab up the nose. If a faint positive line appears later than this, its highly likely to be a very weak contaminant or extremely low levels of the virus which would not be transmissible. Download 'Turn Me On' on iTunes, 11 January 2022, 10:19 | Updated: 11 January 2022, 10:40. As Ive been shielding for best part of two years Ive only had to take one test just to prove to doc that the chest infection I had was just that and not covid as Im CEV so I cant give you my personal experience. When I say 'during the 30 minute window', I mean that the line does not immediately develop when I do the test - it usually starts to show at about 15 minutes or so. His PCR came back negative too! I'm so sorry to hear you have been shielding for so long, I can't imagine how difficult that must have been. You know deep down the testing company have screwed up you are most likely infectious but not only did you decide to leave the house you got on a ferry to another country. At this stage I had had one Pfizer dose. I just don't believe there are so few people having this issue that it hasn't been flagged. I have tested positive on every lateral flow test I have done since May (twice weekly), every PCR has been negative. We had similar happen here then got a proper positive from another LFT the next day so thats my guess, If it was a drug test in the Peleton it would mean lots of scrutiny on the B sample. I have spoken to NRAS and they are going to refer the case onto the British Rheumatology Society - it's hard to know if it's even related but I thought it would be a sensible starting point as it's the only significant medical condition I have. I didnt really expect to be here, because when I did my Fit to Fly Flowflex LFT, I got a faint red line after the 15 minutes. 'We' includes The Week and other Future Publishing Limited brands as detailed here. GP advised that I probably had COVID (I wasnt convinced). The false positives had exclusively come from NHS lateral flow tests provided by Xiamen Biotime Biotechnology. It should be phased out sooner rather than later," says Prof Irene Petersen at UCL. A positive lateral flow test no matter how faint must be treated as a definite Covid-19 case as the home testing kits are very reliable a Queens University virologist has said. All rights reserved. You no longer have to get a follow-up PCR test if you test positive on a lateral flow with no symptoms. My SO is on his 5th day of testing. The downside is he said it is unlikely to be a quick response on this. Of course, I have then routinely booked a PCR for either the same, or next day and isolated before the test and until the result. Lateral flow tests are pivotal to the UK government's strategy to reduce the spread of the coronavirus by identifying asymptomatic patients. Mine started at a very faint line. As PPs have said you do sometimes get a shadow if the test is left to develop for longer than the recommended incubation time. Honestly, I think Test and Trace are about as useful as a chocolate teapot! "All tests create harms. While most kits have a standard time of half an hour, Dr Hudson-Peacock noted it is important to double-check the instructions and explained that results must be checked within that specific time period otherwise they can be inaccurate. Have been taking LFTs 2-3 times a week since February and never seen a line, and I tend to inspect them a bit neurotically. So what would a faintly positive test result mean outside the 30-minute mark, if not Covid? This can be due to non-specific binding and will vary from test to test. Like I said, anecdotal evidence, 4 people in the family and two close friends have taken nose only FLT tests which indicated negative results. That's interesting. The line on the test strip is very faint. I have read about this too. make sure you swab your nose thoroughly, and also ensure everything from the swab is transferred into the test fluid. It would be hugely inconvenient not as inconvenient as the person who directly from you, or indirectly for someone you infect ends up in ITU. video. He said: "If the faint line appears after the window, the most likely cause is either that there has been some contamination (e.g. Read about our approach to external linking. There has been a surge in demand for lateral flow tests in the lead up to New Year's Eve celebrations, as people look to check whether they have come down with the virus. An evaporation line is a slight streak that appears where the positive line on a pregnancy test should be. I do have some developments since posting this. Glad you will be able to see family again. The test is the latest one that you read between 15-30mins. I've been trying to find any information on super faint lines that result on lateral flow tests. "I was feeling tired, but then I'm always feeling tired," she says. I suspect fibromyalgia is because they haven't found the real cause. A new generation of lateral flow tests are going into production - designed to detect not just Covid but different forms of influenza and other viruses at the same time. Well, Ive just done another one. I hope it fades soo as its getting me down. As reported by Birmingham Live, Dr Nathan Hudson-Peacock, who posts under the name @expedition_doctor on Instagram, has warned the public to be wary of three common pitfalls when using the tests. Im in Amsterdam at the moment. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. England and Wales company registration number 2008885. Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here). You must be logged in to reply to this topic. "You might be able to have a system where a vulnerable person can get tested and get the drugs immediately. Just consider your self a walking miracle! Others think that as the Omicron wave passes, it is time to wind down the mass testing programme completely. Ive already had to postpone steroid injections in my knees because of it. Step-by-step guide to COVID-19 self-testing: SureScreen 25 pack nose-only test PDF, 881 KB, 16 pages This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology. I reported it to test and trace but they seemed entirely disinterested, I also contacted NRAS who said that they're aware of this but don't have an answer as to why it's happening. The Week is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Did a lateral flow test in the morning of the 6th. Although NHS guidance says you do not need to self isolate if your lateral flow test is negative, if you have a faint positive line, Dr Peacock advised to be extra precautious. It's such a relief being able to test at home isn't it? Get your need-to-know Hopefully in time things will become clearer! I am fully vaccinated against Covid-19 after receiving my second Astra-Zeneca vaccine in April 2021. My GP has written a letter to say I should be exempt from lateral flows as a first line of testing and should be offered a PCR instead. I did the tests without food or drink influence. Hi Soph, I am really glad you have found some that work for you. Request an accessible format.. I've had two LFTs per week since early March and not a single false positive. Rich Quelch, of pharmaceutical experts Origin, explained: After completing a lateral flow test, your result will appear within 30 minutes. My 10 year old was sent home from school as they had lots of cases, LF in the evening had a very feint line. But I dont go to work, I dont go anywhere where there are lots of people, where there are people I still socially distance, I still have the Covid app active on my phone, no-one Ive seen recently had tested positive, I test 3 times a week, I wear a mask. What does a faint line mean on a lateral flow test? Even if the line next to the T is extremely faint, that still means your test is positive. Thanks, Melissa. The test line has appeared faintly in the during of the 30 min test window. I've seen in the recent news that there is now a trend in the south west where several people are getting positive LFD's then negative PCR's, so perhaps they may become more interested and open to the idea that these tests aren't as good as they think. A doctor has explained why seeing a faint second 'positive' line on a lateral flow test doesn't always mean you have the virus. I went to an international trade show In January with a big delegation from China prior to the virus announcement. Parts of that first pilot scheme have now become government policy - for example using daily rapid tests as an alternative to quarantine for some people. Recently he shared an image of a lateral flow test with an extremely faint line next to the 'T'. A post shared by Nathan (@expedition_doctor). Rezzy Ghadjar Lateral flow tests are now part of life for much of the UK. second PCR test 48 hours after the first carried out. However, if the positive line is very faint and appears after a certain amount of time, it could actually mean you are not infected, a doctor has said. Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here). Mine was totally stumped but at least referred the issue to virology at Guys. done subsequent lateral flow tests (all positive) and 3 PCR tests (all negative). But with questions over their accuracy, Ingrid Torjesen asks whether they are being used appropriately As many as 384 million kits have been ordered by the UK government at a cost of over 1.3bn (1.5bn; $1.8bn), with most being spent on a test made . I recently took 3 lateral flow tests. The test instructions state that any line, however faint, is a +ve. I self isolated Got my test results this morning and Ive tested positive, obviously very concerned as I am of although I read nras posts regularly. Also, my family live abroad and it's possible I could be given a spot check lateral flow at the airport on their side which is quite worrying given I have never produced a negative test using one before. My SO is on his 5th day of testing. An analysis of the lateral flow kit used in Liverpool showed it only detected around half of people without symptoms who - on the same day - returned a positive PCR result. A major review found that lateral flow tests used in England were almost always correct when they produced a positive result (99 per cent). If it carries on in a week or so I'll definitely call the GP. Or just go an get a PCR. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), A faint positive lateral flow test result is shown in the image above. If you are comfortable, it might be worth letting them know your experience too. SUPER faint positive line on lateral flow test. Most tests require the user to not eat or drink anything 30 minutes prior to taking it, as well as blow their nose and wash their hands. However, if a line appears *after* the interpretation window then this does NOT count as a positive test. I had both vaccinations this summer, AstraZeneca with a booster due early next year. Click here to upload yours. I am anti-ccp, RF factor positive RA - if you don't mind me asking, what type do you have? mmm theres also PCR false negatives so I wouldnt be so quick to assume the LF is wrong. Lateral flow tests are a quick and simple way to discover if you have Covid-19. Not quite so clear cut. We will use the details you have shared to manage your registration. Also certain types of toothpaste. Privacy Policy. Usually, people who have more virus in their body have a lower Ct value. A quick google (although I am mindful that I am not from a medical background) and some information from a registrar at Kings, suggests it could be cross-reactivity of antibodies. Also my RA nurse said she'd mention it to my consultant. Hi Melissa, I'm diagnosed with undifferentiated connective tissue disease (only diagnosed this year, rheumatologist said it could change to an RA or lupus diagnosis). in our Privacy Policy. Originally conceived before the 2023 UCI World Championships were POC Omne Lite and Ultra helmets, Pole Voima ID, Bell Full-10 helmet, Cane Creek ILG2 shocks, and Focus Jam/Sam 2s. They said they are aware of it but it's so rare they don't yet know why it's happening. We can't be the only ones out there! "I'm serious when I say they have been the single most powerful tool in reducing transmission of the virus," says Irene Petersen, professor of epidemiology at University College London. With getting negatives on the NHS labelled brand though, and reading your post I'm not as concerned now. Was going to suggest the same. still infected? Rich Quelch, of pharmaceutical experts Origin, explained: 'After completing a lateral flow test, your result will appear within 30 minutes. VideoRussian minister laughed at for Ukraine war claims, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Xi Jinping's power grab - and why it matters, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. On symptoms alone then you should isolate. LFTs are easy to use and give results in 30 minutes. Weve now had three types at home, some require reading in a 15-30 window, some not before 30 minutes the others Ive not had before and havent opened yet but, as above, regardless, if theres a line book a pcr and isolate until you get the result of that. Hi Melissa. I hope you find the cause of yours . I too have the worry that false positives will cause me difficulties in the future. storage, sharing and use of this information for thepurpose of managing your registration as described This is interesting Melissa. A booster shot is the best protection against Omicron, with early data suggesting it pushes efficacy back up to 75 per cent for infection, and 80 per cent for severe disease.

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