GeneXpert test to diagnose TB

Q.  GeneXpert is a popular test to detect
- Published on 07 Mar 16

a. TB
b. Dengue
c. Sickle Cell Anemia
d. Hereditary Diseases

ANSWER: TB
 
  • GeneXpert is a popular test for detecting TB that provides result in a couple of hours with minimal hands-on technical time.
  • The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said that an indigenous and cost-effective diagnostic tool for tuberculosis (TB) would be available in a year.
  • A Bengaluru-based company has made the new diagnostic tool which is going to be more point-of-care and will be as good as GeneXpert test.
  • The idea is to reduce the cost and have an indigenous diagnostic tool.

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