What’s the Difference Between COVID-19, Flu & RSV? And Why 4-in-1 Rapid Antigen Tests Are a Game Changer
When cold and flu season hits, every cough, sniffle, or sneeze can feel like a guessing game — Is it COVID? The flu? RSV? Or just a cold? The symptoms are often similar, but the way we manage them can be very different.
That’s where 4-in-1 Rapid Antigen Test Kits come in — helping Australians get fast, accurate answers from the comfort of home.
Why It Matters: COVID, Flu A/B & RSV at a Glance
Each of these viruses can cause similar symptoms: fever, fatigue, cough, congestion, sore throat. But behind the scenes, they behave quite differently.
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COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2): Still a major concern, particularly in high-risk settings like aged care, disability support, and healthcare.
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Influenza A & B: Seasonal flu viruses that can spread rapidly and cause severe illness, especially in older adults and young children.
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RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus): Common in kids but increasingly dangerous for older adults. It often flies under the radar — but can lead to serious complications like pneumonia.
The Benefits of Combo RAT Kits
Our COVID-19, Influenza A/B & RSV Rapid Antigen Combo Tests detect all four viruses using just one nasal swab, giving you results in 15–20 minutes.
Here’s why carers, NDIS participants, families, and healthcare professionals love them:
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✅ One test, four answers – no need to test separately
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✅ Fast, at-home results
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✅ No need to wait for PCRs or doctor appointments
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✅ TGA-approved and safe for home use
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✅ NDIS consumables-friendly
It’s a smart solution for home care agencies, support coordinators, schools, workplaces, and anyone supporting people in vulnerable health situations.
Who Should Use a 4-in-1 RAT Kit?
These combo test kits are ideal for:
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NDIS participants managing symptoms at home
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Families with kids or elderly relatives
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Aged care staff and visitors
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Home care workers before visits
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Anyone exposed to cold/flu symptoms
Stay Informed, Stay Prepared
We know how frustrating it can be not knowing what’s going around. With a combo RAT kit, you don’t have to guess. You get clear, quick answers so you can isolate, treat, or simply breathe easy.
Explore Ausmed Health’s range of TGA-approved rapid antigen tests, including COVID-only RATs and our bestselling 4-in-1 COVID, Flu & RSV combo tests.
💙 NDIS-Friendly. Carer Approved. Shipped Australia-Wide.
At Ausmed Health, we’re proud to support Australians with high-quality health essentials that are easy to access and NDIS-eligible. Need a quote? Bulk order? Friendly advice? We’re here to help.
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