Uh-Oh Labs
Uh-Oh Labs offers the UOL COVID-19 Test, an FDA-authorized, PCR-quality test system that provides results in as fast as 12 minutes with 96.1% accuracy, utilizing patented Loop-de-Loop™ RT-LAMP chemistry.
UOL COVID-19 Test
The UOL COVID-19 Test by Uh-Oh Labs is FDA-authorized under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). It offers PCR-quality COVID test results in as fast as 12 minutes with a 96.1% accuracy compared to high-sensitivity PCR tests. Utilizing patented Loop-de-Loop™ RT-LAMP chemistry, the test achieves PCR-quality results without needing complex equipment. The system requires an anterior nasal swab sample and can be set up and operational in under 5 minutes.
UOL COVID-19 Test System Features
The UOL COVID-19 Test system includes a reusable, ultra-portable instrument required to run UOL molecular tests. The test kits and instrument are designed for ease of use, featuring an analytical sensitivity over 20,000 times higher than some commercially available rapid antigen tests. Additionally, the system requires a mobile iOS device running the DxPro app, which automatically interprets test data to provide clear-text results.
UOL COVID-19 Test Pricing
Uh-Oh Labs offers the UOL COVID-19 Test Starter Pack at a reduced price of $1,000, down from the original $1,200. The UOL COVID-19 Instrument is priced at $250. Test Kits, available in cases of 20, are priced at $800. This pricing structure is intended to make high-sensitivity COVID testing accessible and affordable for CLIA-certified customers.
Funding and Support
Uh-Oh Labs has received substantial financial backing and support from various esteemed entities. The company was awarded a $14.9M NIH RADx contract and a $50K grant from Johns Hopkins. Additionally, Uh-Oh Labs secured a $500K investment from Y Combinator and joined its W22 batch. This support from the National Institute of Health’s Rapid Acceleration of Diagnostics (RADx) initiative and private investors underscores the impact and credibility of Uh-Oh Labs.