Comprehensive Environmental & Food Allergy Profile
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Your DIRECTDX Kit Contents
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Important Reminders
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Scan the QR Code to Activate your DirectDx Kit. Click on Sign-in and select Activate Kit.
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Stay Hydrated! - Drink at least two glases of water 30 minutes prior to sample collection.
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Sample MUST be collected Monday through Thursday before noon & shipped the same day. Drop-off at your local FedEx location.
ATTENTION:
Sample MUST be collected Monday through Thursday before noon & shipped the same day. Drop-off at your local FedEx location, before the cut-off time.
Have Questions?
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ATTENTION: Refer to the back of your DirectDx Box for important information on Warnings, Precautions, and Contraindications.
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What Happens After I Collect My Sample?
From Home to Results: Your At-Home Test Journey
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Kit Receipt Confirmation
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Quality Assurance and Sample Processing
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Physician's Review
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Results Transmission
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Results Notification
What Happens After I Get My Results?
Join the Celesta Care Membership! #JoinCelesta
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Get Direct Physician Access
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Receive Personalized Fitness Guidance
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Get Nutritional Consultation
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Benefit from Our Health and Wellness Journey Support
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Join Celesta Continuous Care and Monitoring Program
Steps
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Step 1:
Before You Begin
ACTIVATE YOUR KIT BEFORE YOU BEGIN. Shave the collection area for optimal results, as needed.
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Step 2:
Hydration & Preparation
Stay Hydrated! - Drink at least two glases of water 30 minutes prior to sample collection.
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Step 3:
Hand Hygiene
Wash your hands thoroughly before proceeding.
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Step 4:
Open the Kit
Carefully unbox your DirectDx Kit and place the contents on a clean surface
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Step 5:
Tube Attachment
Remove the cap from Tube. Keep the tube cap on secure place.
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Step 6:
Secure the Tube to the Device
Press the tube into the device until snug, with fill lines facing outward.
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Step 7:
Increase Blood Flow
Rub a heat pack or your hand on the shoulder for 2 minutes to warm & increase blood flow.
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Step 8:
Sterilize Collection Site
Clean the collection area with an alcohol pad and let it dry.
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Step 9:
Device Adherence
Remove the clear cover from the red button. Peel the tab and stick the device firmly onto your upper arm. Allow your arm to hang down by your side.
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Step 10:
Activate Collection
Press the button on the device all the way down ONCE & release. Set a timer for 5 minutes. Blood may not appear for the first 1-2 minutes. Watch tube fill using mirror as needed. If blood reaches the top line before 5 minutes or after 5 minutes, proceed to the next step.
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Step 11:
Remove Collection Device
Carefully peel off the device from your arm. If needed, stop any bleeding with a bandage.
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Step 12:
Finalize Tube
Twist off the tube from the device. Snap the cap fully onto the tube. Invert the tube gently ten times.
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Step 13:
Secure Sample in Biohazard Bag
Place the collected sample in the biohazard bag. Ensure no other contents are inside.
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Step 14:
Pack and Secure the Box
Ensure the sample bag is safely secured inside the box without any additional content.
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Step 15:
Prepare for Shipping
Insert the sealed box into the pre-labeled FedEx Polybag and secure the bag. Ship the FedEx box the same day
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Step 16:
Discard Used Components
Discard used materials safely. Do not reuse any of the contents. Wash your hands after the procedure.
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