First to Know Syphilis Test Kit, 1 At-Home Test, In Home Results in Minutes, Detection of Antibodies to the Bacteria that Cause Syphilis

The First To Know® Syphilis Test is the first and only over-the-counter syphilis test granted FDA de novo marketing authorization that can provide an in-home result, in minutes. The First To Know® Syphilis Test is a home-use fingerstick blood test for the detection of antibodies to the bacteria that cause syphilis. It yields an in-home result—in minutes. Accurate 15-minute result.

• Get results quickly, within 15 minutes

  • FDA-market authorized: Confidence in every result.
  • Over-the-counter: No prescription needed
  • Keep out of the reach of children.

• Who is this test for?

  • This test is for sexually active people who believe they have been exposed to Syphilis.
  • See your healthcare provider if you have any symptoms or are pregnant.
  • Anyone with a recent sexual contact with a person known to have a sexually transmitted infection should visit a healthcare provider for treatment and evaluation as soon as possible. For more information, on line search First To Know Syphilis Instructions For Use to find CDCs site for Syphilis STI Treatment Guidelines.
  • Not for people who have previously had syphilis. Results will likely be positive for individuals previously diagnosed with syphilis, even if they were successfully treated.

• One (1) sealed aluminum pouch containing one (1) First To Know Syphilis Test

  • One (1) Instructions For Use in English & Spanish
  • One (1) Educational Guide in English & Spanish
  • Two (2) disposable, single-use sterile lancets
  • One (1) alcohol swab
  • One (1) bandage
  • Watch or timer

• Read the detailed Instructions For Use inside the packaging before testing.

  • Remove cap from lancet.
  • Twist the gray cap of lancet 5-6 times,
  • then pull it outward to remove.
  • Do not push the release tab yet
  • Sanitize finger.
  • Wipe the end of the selected finger with the alcohol swab provided.
  • Prick fingertip.
  • Firmly press the lancet to the finger in an off-center position, then press the release tab. Try not to use the center or top of the finger, since these are the most sensitive areas.
  • Fill test. Massage the finger beginning at the base of the palm until a large, full drop of blood appears
  • Touch one or more drops of blood to the Sample Application Zone until the Fill Zone is full. If you can, stand up and hang your hand below your arm for better blood flow
  • Apply bandage.
  • Quickly put on the adhesive bandage.
  • Tap test twice.
  • Hold the Sample Application Zone facing up and tap the opposite end of the test twice on a hard surface. Then, lay the test on the flat surface.
  • Set a timer for 15 minutes..
  • Read the result after 15 minutes and before 30 minutes.
  • If you see two lines, the test result is positive. One line may be lighter; they do not have to match.
  • Throw away test.
  • All used test components should be disposed of in your household waste.