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Rapid Test Kits: How to Evaluate Quality, Shelf-Life, and Supply

Key criteria to evaluate rapid test kits: performance claims, stability, shelf-life, storage, and supply continuity.

Rapid tests are popular because they’re fast and operationally simple—until supply or quality becomes inconsistent. Use these criteria before committing to a brand.

Quality evaluation

Clinical performance claims (sensitivity/specificity) with evidence
Stability data and storage requirements
Batch-to-batch consistency and lot documentation

Shelf-life and handling

Remaining shelf-life at delivery (set a minimum requirement)
Temperature exposure risk during transit

Supply continuity

Lead time commitments and reorder cadence
Contingency options for stockouts

Medilyon can help you shortlist options aligned to your throughput and storage environment.

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