Better understand your risk of a severe immune response to COVID-19

Individual reactions to infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus vary from person to person. While a small percentage of people develop no symptoms at all, most people experience a range of mild-to-moderate symptoms including low-grade fever, cough, fatigue, shortness of breath, loss of smell or taste, body aches, and a sore throat. In some people, for reasons that are unknown, the body mounts a strong immune response to infection. This may lead to the development of severe symptoms such as high fever, continued trouble breathing, confusion, and the inability to wake up or stay awake. If left untreated, these severe symptoms can worsen and require an individual to be hospitalized, need supplemental oxygen, be placed on a ventilator, and in some cases, even lead to death.

Any healthcare provider (HCP) who can write a prescription can order EpiSwitch CST. Have them contact Oxford BioDynamics at 888-236-8896 or complete the webform and set up an account today. Alternatively, your HCP can send in a completed EpiSwitch CST Requisition Form via fax at 240-913-5681. Oxford BioDynamics will take it from there.

One of the biggest unknowns is why COVID-19 affects people so differently. While certain factors, such as advanced age, male gender, or underlying health conditions are more common in people who have a severe response, it’s not understood why. One leading theory is that an overactive immune system also plays an important role.

The COVID-19 pandemic has left many people with more questions than answers. “What should I expect if I get COVID-19?” “Am I at risk for being hospitalized?” “Will an infection impact my ability to work and care for my family?” “Am I taking the appropriate preventive measures?” “Should I get vaccinated?” By understanding your personalized risk of having a severe immune response to COVID-19, EpiSwitch CST allows you and your healthcare provider (HCP) to formulate an effective strategy for avoiding COVID-19 and knowing your options should you become infected with SARS-CoV-2.

Your healthcare provider (HCP) can order EpiSwitch CST for you. Start a conversation with your provider today about your desire to make more informed decisions regarding COVID-19.

EpiSwitch CST can help any adult and their healthcare provider (HCP) develop an effective, personalized strategy to avoid COVID-19 as well as an effective plan if you should become infected with SARS-CoV-2.