Rapid Antigen Test disposal

Showing results of RAT test
Showing results of RAT test

What to do with your test after it is used?

The swab, buffer tube and the part that shows your results must be bagged before disposal:

  • Either in the bag supplied with your kit, or a zip lock bag if your kit doesn't supply one
  • The bagged items all go in the general waste bin with the red lid
  • They cannot be recycled.

The cardboard packaging and paper instructions can be recycled: