The KRIVIDA Novus RT-PCR kit can detect the Omicron variant, its sub-lineages, and the Delta variant in 45 minutes
According to ICMR, the upgraded OmiSure RT-PCR test for Covid-19 successfully detects all sub-types of Omicron that are currently prevalent in India
The aim is to strengthen industry-academia cooperation
This test analyses samples in VTM directly without the need for RNA extraction step
TATA MD’s OmiSure is the only test approved by the ICMR for RT-PCR detection of the Omicron variant
Recent Study by Columbia University finds Mylab’s CoviSelf can detect the Omicron variant successfully
The test kit is compatible with all standard Real-Time PCR machines with a test run time of 85 minutes. The result turnaround time, including sample collection and RNA extraction, is 130 minutes
The first pilot study from India analyzing Covaxin-Covishield mixed doses
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said a large number of Covid-19 bio-repositories and samples were made available to academia and industry
The Omicron variant doesn't escape RTPCR and RAT; States advised to ramp up testing for prompt and early identification of any cases
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