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MedTech Zone has launched India’s first indigenously developed monkeypox RT-PCR kit

Published on August 26, 2024
Current Context: On 24th August 2024, The Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ), in collaboration with Transasia Diagnostics, has launched India’s first indigenously developed monkeypox RT-PCR kit, named the ErbaMDx MonkeyPox RT-PCR Kit.
MedTech Zone has launched India’s first indigenously developed monkeypox RT-PCR kit
  • This kit has been validated by the Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) and received emergency authorization from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
  • Some key features of this kit include:
    • Lyophilized components: These allow the kit to be stored and shipped at ambient temperatures, which is particularly useful for regions with limited cold chain infrastructure.
    • High accuracy: The kit boasts 97.5% sensitivity and 100% specificity.
    • 12-month shelf life: Ensuring long-term usability.
    • This development marks a significant advancement in India’s healthcare diagnostics and epidemic preparedness.

Question:

1 What is the name of India's first indigenously developed monkeypox RT-PCR kit?

  • A) CoviMDx MonkeyPox RT-PCR Kit
  • B) MedIndia MonkeyPox RT-PCR Kit
  • C) ErbaMDx MonkeyPox RT-PCR Kit
  • D) ViroTech MonkeyPox RT-PCR Kit
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