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

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.

• 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

Answer: C) The kit is named the ErbaMDx MonkeyPox RT-PCR Kit and was developed by AMTZ in collaboration with Transasia Diagnostics.