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20x COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Tests $139.99 in-Store, $149.99 Delivered (Out of Stock) @ Costco (Membership Required)

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20x COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Tests $139.99 in-Store, $149.99 Delivered (Out of Stock) @ Costco (Membership Required)
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smy on 16/11/2021 - 10:44 costco.com.au (4853 clicks)
Last edited 27/12/2021 - 17:07 by 2 other users

Works out to be $7 per unit in-store or $7.50 per unit delivered, which I think may be the cheapest around at the moment.

Description from Costco website:

All Test COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test (Oral Fluid), at home use for the rapid detection of proteins associated with the COVID-19 virus.
This product features:
• ARTG Listed Product No 376310
• Easy and disposable test kit, for one-time use only
• Covid-19 home use self-test kit
• Delta Variant detectable
• Non-invasive Oral Fluid test
Note: Unfortunately this item can not be shipped to SA or WA.

May come in handy for those who need to visit immunocompromised/elderly people at short notice.

Health & Beauty COVID-19 Test Rapid Antigen Test

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    • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 11:11
      +15

      As I said in the last thread about these.

      If im about to visit a loved one in a childrens cancer ward, id prefer an instant swab (probably as well as pcr a day or two ago).

      Since they're unlikely to give false negatives, id at least know id done my best.

      I hold myself to a higher standard than the government does, when it comes to caution around the immune compromised.

      • funnysht on 16/11/2021 - 11:14
        -8

        why not just have a coivd swab done ?

        • knk on 16/11/2021 - 11:16
          +8

          @MasterScythe literally just explained why.

        • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 11:21
          +3

          Because they're not instant, and there's an incubation time.

          Even if I was negative yesterday, and i isolate anyway, theres still a slim chance I was infected and my test was in the incubation window.

          An on-the-spot swab gives at least some peace of mind that you did all you can.

      • Jiffy on 16/11/2021 - 12:42
        +4

        Precisely why we have bought this pack (MIL undergoing chemotherapy).

        PCR two days prior, instant swab day of. Would rather take the extra precautions and still get to see loved ones.

      • scud70 on 16/11/2021 - 17:25
        +1

        Best of luck to your loved one mate… Good on you for outlined the perfect use case for these.

    • justtoreply on 16/11/2021 - 11:12
      +4

      Because having a good idea if you're putting your family at risk is important, pcr takes too long in some circumstances

    • Gavman on 16/11/2021 - 11:41

      When u factor in 2 hour wait in ur car how much petrol that burns. Plus the time u waste u coulda been working making money during that time… it soooo not free champ!!

      • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 11:59

        Wow, thats no fun.

        QLD cbd ones were like that, but just half an hour out of town was almost an instant drive and and drive out. So thats roughly an hour total, round trip. 2 hours sounds yuck.

      • MrThing on 16/11/2021 - 13:14
        +2

        find a better job champ, 2hrs sick pay or if you actually work for a decent employer they will let you do it during work time

    • djkelly69 on 16/11/2021 - 11:45

      why would you bother to have these, they aren't admissible for travel

      They should be ok for domestic travel to QLD at least (from here):

      Queensland’s new border plan requires a negative test result using a TGA-approved COVID-19 test.

      • SimAus007 on 16/11/2021 - 13:05
        +1

        I called Queensland Health a few days back, as I'm travelling from Melbourne to Brisbane just after Dec 17th, they told me I need PCR test SMS to show them when at the airport.
        They said their website will be updated with more info on this soon.

        • djkelly69 on 16/11/2021 - 13:31

          Ok cool, thanks for the info.

          So that means just the SMS from your local testing centre after the normal free test?

          • SimAus007 on 16/11/2021 - 14:07

            @djkelly69: That's correct.
            As long as they can see it's a legitimate test at a clinic, it's fine, apparently.
            I might call them again a few days before I travel just to make sure that is still the case.

          • SimAus007 on 18/11/2021 - 13:31
            +1

            @djkelly69: They've changed the requirements to enter Qld. You must pay $150 for a test to enter, which gives you a certificate. The free clinics (with SMS) or DIY will not be accepted, announced by the Premier today.
            Heard this on ABC, just trying to find an update from Qld Health.

    • phoenixpan on 16/11/2021 - 12:21

      Money for time, which is not…very ozbargainer though :p

  • Lord Fart Bucket on 16/11/2021 - 11:10
    +8

    Do these have an expiry date?

    • justtoreply on 16/11/2021 - 11:12
      +3

      It's a conspiracy

      /s

    • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 11:19
      +5

      Dont know what PCR tests you're taking, but I had HCoV-NL63 last year, and my swab said exactly that.

      No COVID, yes NL63.

      I think you need to ask the pathologist again.

      Whomever you asked might have been confused; they were very busy last year.

      • Diji1 on 16/11/2021 - 11:26
        +14

        Why ask the pathologist when there's Joe Rogan and Youtube?

        /s

    • mr_asstight on 16/11/2021 - 11:30
      -8

      +1 they cycle over 40+ giving false positives. CDC even said PCR can't tell between flu and covid.

      • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 11:35
        +8

        https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-07-30/coronacheck-pcr-tests…

        No they didnt.
        The internet said that.
        What is it with people believing randoms online?!

        Go ask a professional first hand!
        The government doesnt have enough money to pay-off every medical professionals morals, in the entire world, go ask one!

        I had the flu last year, and NL63 (which is a very close coronavirus!) And it didnt cross react…

        Its super accurate.

        Seriously, pop in the car, drive to a QML and ask them again. You've misunderstood.

      • tacos4brekkie on 16/11/2021 - 12:02
        +8

        the CDC said it!

        Don't you mean you saw a random quote on a photo on your Facebook feed which fuelled your confirmation bias?

        Congratulations on becoming a literal sheep - following the disinformation distributed by Russian media campaigns.

        This really is the pandemic of the uneducated…

        • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 12:17
          +2

          I dont understand why people, who believe the government is out to get them, are so keen to believe the CDC anyway!

          Im more inclined to believe the EU+UK; none of them are buddies right now… yet they all still agree. That speaks worlds!

      • SimAus007 on 16/11/2021 - 14:13

        What an absolute load of rubbish.
        Dr YouTube/Facebook told me, so it must be true, huh? LOL

    • Eeples on 16/11/2021 - 12:33

      If so, how come qld, wa and sa do not report heaps of positives ?

      • jdawg7 on 16/11/2021 - 13:58
        -1

        because they don't control the narrative with positive cases they do it by keeping you thinking the decisions they are doing is keeping QLD covid safe.

    • vinnieg1983 on 16/11/2021 - 21:13

      The rectal tests you've been taking aren't legitimate PCR tests…sorry to be the bearer of bad news

  • denz on 16/11/2021 - 11:13
    +4

    TGA seems to rate these highly.

    https://www.tga.gov.au/covid-19-rapid-antigen-self-tests-are…

    And ~7 bucks a pop for an oral test is really good (on current pricing at chemists).

    • Gavman on 16/11/2021 - 11:43
      +2

      They should be free or heavily subsidized on the government pharmacy list $5 for 20 tests

      • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 12:22
        +1

        Even at a buck each, it'd be acceptable.

        Taking holidays and weekends into account, that'd be less than $300 a year for a daily check.

        • [Deactivated] on 16/11/2021 - 13:02
          +1

          If you used them every day you'd get at least a couple false positives on this test in a year. (This is actually really low, some of the initial rapid tests were ~ 20% false positives).

          You'd also get false negatives on day 0-3 after symptom onset 15.4% of the time.

          There's a reason medical testing is generally only done with another clinical indicator. Blanket testing usually causes more problems than it solves. I can see a case for high risk environments with people getting extra 'false positive' leave, but otherwise it's a waste of time IMO. Better to just get the PCR test and wait the half a day the once or twice a year you might need it.

          • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 13:05
            +1

            @[Deactivated]: Very correct; I was more just using the cost as a justification for subsidy.

          • haemolysis on 16/11/2021 - 13:50
            +1

            @[Deactivated]: False positives are less of an issue than people think.

            For one, false positives aren’t randomly distributed. They might be associated with something such as infection with another coronavirus, or something. So you don’t necessarily “expect” to get a few just based on random chance… you “expect” they will cluster to areas of high risk. Such as people with a possible NL63, HKU, 229E. Or even just; people with heavy mucus which contaminates the test cartridge.

            And for that reason, false positives - even though they are false - the results are actually still meaningfully actionable. For instance, they prompt these high risk individuals to isolate, and get a proper PCR. Whereas they might otherwise not be identified as high risk for those 24-48 hours.

            • [Deactivated] on 16/11/2021 - 14:08

              @haemolysis: When there were tests with 20% false positives I find it hard to believe they were indicative of anything relevant. But sure when they’re less than a percent.

              Keep in mind there are lots of medical tests that people trigger positive for that are only useful as an additional indicator. (Eg, some have a 50:50 outcome in a general population but 99% of people with a condition test positive), so they’re more useful to exclude than include.

      • quog on 16/11/2021 - 15:30

        Free?

        How do think the government gets the money it splashes about?

        Magic unicorns? Brodens amazing bulk buying and the selling for a profit?

        • nugstar on 17/11/2021 - 13:40

          Modern Monetary Theory 😬

  • lucaskni on 16/11/2021 - 11:14

    Hope they last long

  • bdl on 16/11/2021 - 11:16
    +4

    Are these the new Ozb Eneloops? :)

  • epicttiimm on 16/11/2021 - 11:19
    +2

    why pay for a test when you can get paid to get tested

  • bapo on 16/11/2021 - 11:22
    -6

    Anyone have a legit link to buy human grade ivermectin online?
    not keen on sucking down a tube of horse de-wormer

    bapo on 16/11/2021 - 11:22 (Collapsed - Offtopic. Show)
    • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 11:25
      +6

      If you have parasites, the doctor will prescribe it no problem.

    • 1st-Amendment on 16/11/2021 - 11:36
      +2

      Also be sure the water you drink is human grade. You don't want to drink the same water that horses drink!

      • quog on 18/11/2021 - 13:38

        And no porridge, as that's made from oats.

        Horses eat oats.

  • sapsec on 16/11/2021 - 11:25
    +4

    Sensitivity rating of approved antigen test kits

    Do not skimp on these kits

    Here is a link from the Australian Government of approved Rapid Antigen test kits. Note the clinical sensitivity rating test results for each brand.
    This is not something you want to be tight on, please pay for the ones that are the most sensitive Ozbairgainers!

    https://www.tga.gov.au/covid-19-rapid-antigen-self-tests-are…

    • m2000 on 16/11/2021 - 11:38

      Yes,
      But for those who just want oral swabs (as opposed to Nasal swabs), these may be great!

    • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 11:52
      +2

      Yep, and goats.
      And cats.
      Verdict is still out for dogs…

      Turns out lots of our cuddly friends are also susceptible to this virus. Their immune systems are luckily just way better tuned to combat it.

      Seen the research on llama antibodies for example? Its rad.

      • RSmith on 16/11/2021 - 11:55

        llama antibodies

        Dalai type?

        • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 12:03
          +1

          Ba-dum-tiss!

          Heh, nah, they make nanobodies; basically their antibodies are absolutely tiny, and can bond to most viruses (since, latching to the outside is how it all works).

          Iirc llamas (probably) cant catch viruses, even from other similar species.

          I knew I liked those moody cuddle horses for a reason.

  • lachlantula on 16/11/2021 - 11:57
    +3

    some really insightful comments from some extremely clever people in this thread

    • abc on 16/11/2021 - 12:02

      Except no one could answer a legit and importatnt question about whether these had an expiry date.

      • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 12:03
        +2

        What did costco say when you phoned?

        Nobody here is actively selling them; ask the seller to check the box.

      • lachlantula on 16/11/2021 - 12:23
        +6

        i don't work at costco so idk abt these but i do work at chemist warehouse and the kits we have on hand at my store are set to expire in 2 yrs.

  • gonan on 16/11/2021 - 12:08
    +2

    Don't stockpile, it's like masks 18 months ago, they're only going to get cheaper and cheaper.

  • IamAI on 16/11/2021 - 12:20
    +3

    Lol billions being made from this pandemic. They laughing all the way to the bank….oh but they care about our health lol.

    • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 12:24
      +6

      What? No they dont.

      you are meant to care about your health, and doctors are also.

      The manufacturing sector never pretended that; they make the tools, its up to you if you care to use them.

      Thats like claiming a shovel company cares about your manicure.

      Of course not, but regardless, do you want to use your hands or a shovel?

    • phoenixpan on 16/11/2021 - 12:28
      +2

      The biggest winner is vaccine makers. This is huge but no algorithm is promoting this:

      Covid-19: Researcher blows the whistle on data integrity issues in Pfizer’s vaccine trial
      https://www.bmj.com/content/375/bmj.n2635
      TLDR: Pfizer's test data is not true.

      In secret vaccine contracts with governments, Pfizer took hard line in push for profit, report says
      https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2021/10/19/secret-vacci…
      TLDR: Pfizer signed contracts with governments who can't afford the vaccines to acquire their national assets, including critical facilities and military bases.

      • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 12:34
        +5

        Yeah, there is some faked data coming to light, but at least the data 'in the wild' is showing it wasnt far off.
        Corrupt as hell, but at least, still effective.

        Its a common point of discussion among mates about opinion on how this should be handled for 'the next one'.

        My idea, was a "prize pool", paid to the WHO by all nations.

        First to develop a proven vaccine, drug, or whatever we need next gets the pot. but the drug is then open sourced, so all nations including the poorer ones can start manufacturing.

        Im sure there's other ways, it was just an idea. Its not my area of education at all, so im not qualified to decide.

        • haemolysis on 16/11/2021 - 23:27
          +1

          I don’t think the drug development system seems all that broken? We have like 10 different vaccines going in under a few years, including in poor countries. Even Kazakhstan developed their own vaccine. And some of the IP from some of the big ones (admittedly not ALL the IP but a lot of it) has essentially already gone into the public domain already.

          Poorer nations aren’t really being held back because Pfizer won’t share the secret recipe. They just don’t have the manufacturing facilities, expertise, or access to raw materials. “Open source” ain’t gonna solve that.

          And for a lot of countries, supply isn’t even the issue: it’s distribution that is the kicker. It’s one thing to buy the stock. Another to distribute it in a country with no infrastructure, a vaccine which needs -80 degrees cold chain.

        • phoenixpan on 17/11/2021 - 14:17

          I think it's a good idea, but I think the prize has to be immensely huge to make it work, and no one country or an organization would be willing to sponsor that…It's already hard to get money from the U.S. - who was the biggest sponsor I think?

      • lunchbox99 on 16/11/2021 - 13:15
        +3

        Meh I read the BMJ report and the results seem to be mostly procedural errors - like potential unblinding of personnel. While not best practice, unblinding a participant to trial personnel won't magically cause the patient's antibody titre to change, nor will it change the objective level of virus in the person.

        • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 13:19

          Yeah, it reads as if it was more about being dishonest to impress investors or governments to achieve commitments sooner; than it was about making the results truly fake.

        • phoenixpan on 17/11/2021 - 14:19

          Yeah, I and my family took Pfizer too, I really hope what they exposed is the whole story, and only to cope with the special need under the special situation of the global pandemic.

        • quog on 18/11/2021 - 13:42

          And removing people that had a reaction post injection number 1.

  • xtremehell on 16/11/2021 - 12:31

    Will state health care still offer free testing or do.we have to buy these now/soon?

    • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 12:35

      Still free, like all pathology tests in Australia, that are requested by a GP.

  • baldur on 16/11/2021 - 12:32

    A newly invented financial trap.

    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/662945

  • Eeples on 16/11/2021 - 12:35

    Is this a TGA approved test?

    How can I tell ?

    • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 12:35
      +2

      Yes.

      The TGA website has the list.

    • jv on 16/11/2021 - 12:47

      It says so on the link for the product.

  • Hugh G Rection on 16/11/2021 - 12:53
    -1

    i get tested for free. i also don't even have to get out the car and drive through to get tested.

    why pay?

    • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 12:55
      +4

      Faster turnaround, as stated multiple times above.

  • ruztynail on 16/11/2021 - 13:03

    rather go get tested via drive through.. fast and easy.

    • MrThing on 16/11/2021 - 13:12
      -1

      and free

    • SimAus007 on 16/11/2021 - 13:19
      +1

      We don't all own a car, but yes, a good option for those that do.

      • MasterScythe on 17/11/2021 - 11:18

        Useful to know most drivethroughs have a walk-up line as well.

        Sometimes parking a few blocks away and walking is quicker; assuming you're well enough.

  • jcft on 16/11/2021 - 13:06
    +3

    Comparing pricing and read comments -
    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/662493

    Choose from either Nasal swab or Saliva

    Some places to buy & pricing are:- definitely Costco the cheapest :)

    Nasal Swab
    Coles & Woollies - both out of stock online
    Hough Covid-19 Home Test
    - pricing $50 for 5 pack = therefore $10 each
    - pricing $30 for 2 pack = therefore $15 each

    Chemist Warehouse - online only - same price & brand
    https://www.chemistwarehouse.com.au/shop-online/5465/rapid-a…

    Mychemist - online only - same price & brand
    free shipping for 5 pack only
    https://www.mychemist.com.au/Shop-Online/5464/High-Demand-Ra…

    Nasal Swab and Saliva options
    Healthylife - online - same price & brand
    option - 7 pack - $60 - nasal swab
    option - EcoTest Eco Saliva Covid Rapid Antigen Test 2pk = $25

    https://www.healthylife.com.au/rapid-antigen-tests/?gclid=EA…

  • jcft on 16/11/2021 - 13:08

    Expiry date - check the box before buying

  • CyberMurning on 16/11/2021 - 13:39
    -5

    why need to get tested for just catching flu? when are we will treat this virus as normal illness? already 2 years…… still get excited over it ?

    • Dex38313 on 16/11/2021 - 13:45
      -1

      If a dodgy pcr test can’t tell u of u have cold or flu these will tell u nothing wast of money

      • MasterScythe on 16/11/2021 - 21:32
        +1

        Perhaps stop getting "dodgy pcr tests" ?

        The legitimate ones are super accurate.

        • Dex38313 on 17/11/2021 - 12:22

          No their not that’s y pcr tests have been banned from dec world wide and I’ll never get tested over a cold

          • MasterScythe on 17/11/2021 - 23:15

            @Dex38313: Please go and talk to your local pathologist again, your idea that the tests are inaccurate is false. Go ask a professional, and get first hand knowledge.

            You might be confusing this news, with 'a problem' rather than an advancement:

            https://healthfeedback.org/claimreview/eua-withdrawal-for-cd…

            a cold

            Ah yes, one of the magic people who can tell me which specific virus is in their body without testing.

            Sorry to have bothered you, wizard. Now back to English lessons with you.

            • Dex38313 on 18/11/2021 - 07:05

              @MasterScythe: Read the news the pcr tests have will be banned from December because they could not tell diff between cold n flu it’s a fact

              • MasterScythe on 18/11/2021 - 11:41

                @Dex38313: No, its literally false.
                Totally and absolutely.
                Whom did you ask? Which pathologist?

                They're being banned, because they require a sterile lab 'reset' for each test, this is slow and costly. The new tests are equally as accurate, but able to be 'group tested' accurately.

                The move is a financial improvement, not a clinical requirement. Jesus mate, reading comprehension, please!

                I had the flu, and a different coronavirus, and both times the test was totally accurate. It said no, to covid, and yes, to 2 different viruses.

                You're just wrong.
                Your information is faulty.
                Get in the car.
                Drive to a pathologist lab.
                Ask again.

                Someone lied to you.

                you are a victim of a conspiracy.

                Dont believe 3rd hand information. Go get it yourself, not from 'others' online.

                • Dex38313 on 18/11/2021 - 13:37
                  -1

                  @MasterScythe: I work on the front like I know first hade stop watching msmm

                  • MasterScythe on 18/11/2021 - 19:01

                    @Dex38313: Im sorry, your post didnt contain any type of sentence that made sense; i read it 3 times.

                    I know across the forums you've admitted you're easily disturbed. And that you dont believe in "the scam" but denying science is only hurting you.

                    My man… seek help….. Honestly.
                    You've been taken advantage of by the social media sheep.

                    Honestly, talk to a professional and get real facts; repeating lies isnt helping anyone.

                    Best of luck.

                    • Dex38313 on 18/11/2021 - 20:02

                      @MasterScythe: I have never been shown any proof in over 32 years of following this scam so sorry to disposing you I’m
                      No believer and I don’t watch msm

                      • MasterScythe on 18/11/2021 - 21:45

                        @Dex38313: Yes you have. You refuse to acknowledge it. There's a huge difference.

                        Live ignorant friend, at least you'll be at peace.

  • jazzza on 16/11/2021 - 14:05
    +1

    Still twice the price of what you pay in Europe

    • badonde on 16/11/2021 - 19:35

      Umm.. they free in UK and have been forever.
      Although that just means you pay with taxes right

      • jazzza on 17/11/2021 - 10:00

        Yes some countries giving them out for free but other don't. But still you can get them for 3 euro ($4.65) per piece at the shops. If you order in bulk even cheaper. And the demand seems to be higher in Europe as well so it's a bit weird that $7 is considered a good deal here.

  • beardguruaustralia on 16/11/2021 - 15:09
    +1

    Are these Approved?

    • denz on 16/11/2021 - 16:31

      Yes. TGA link posted above

  • pascoe888 on 16/11/2021 - 15:19

    brought a pack today expiry 10/22 so approx a year which we’ll probably have then used up anyway, also rated at high sensitivity so that’s also positive! made in china but who cares prob better that way seeing covid originated from there? 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • LoserScott on 16/11/2021 - 15:21
    +1

    Employer should provide this, or supermarkets when walking in…

    Another lucrative manopoly.

  • Raulioli8810 on 17/11/2021 - 08:10

    Funny how 90% of Victoria are fully vaccinated yet everyone is still afraid of their own shadows.
    West a mask, take a test, stay home 😂. When does the madness end? Booster shots maybe?

    • MasterScythe on 17/11/2021 - 11:24

      Yeah, probably at boosters.
      The antibody levels from the 3rd dose are amazing, especially if we get novavax approved here in time (im almost due my booster).

      Once catching it moves from "unlikely" to "rare" i think we'll slowly see a return to relaxation.

      I was following a few psychiatrist blogs on the matter, and they all made similar points about how an invisible threat is harder to let go of (look at the long stemming racism from last generation!). It takes a long time for a human to emotionally believe the threat has passed, even if they can logically acknowledge it.

      Just gotta show compassion and do our best to keep each other happy and calm, and feeling safe, and we'll make it through.
      Because for once the 'exit' isnt about facts, its about feelings.

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