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Pradeep Kumar

29/05/21 14:25 PM IST

Saline Gargle RT-PCR Testing Method

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Scientists of Nagpur-based National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) have achieved another milestone in this journey, with the development of a 'Saline Gargle RT-PCR Method' for testing COVID-19 samples

Highlights
  • The Saline Gargle method offers a bunch of attractive benefits, all rolled into one.
  • It is simple, fast, cost-effective, patient-friendly and comfortable; it also offers instant results and is well-suited for rural and tribal areas, given minimal infrastructure requirements.
  • The Saline Gargle RT-PCR method is instant, comfortable and patient-friendly.
  • Sampling is done instantly and results will be generated within 3 hours.
  • The method is non-invasive and so simple that the patient herself can collect the sample.
Significance

This innovative testing technique will be especially beneficial for rural and tribal areas where infrastructure requirements can be a constraint. The non-technique has received the approval of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). 

Source: PIB

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