New technology for Covid-19 sample test in Faridabad is on the anvil

ESIC Medical College, situated in NIT-3 is seeking Reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) technology for its upcoming Virology lab where Covid-19 can be tested.

RT-PCR is a laboratory technique combining reverse transcription of RNA into DNA (in this context called complementary DNA or cDNA) and amplification of specific DNA targets using polymerase chain reaction (PCR).

Residents of Faridabad and NCR will have a much needed facility if Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) approves this request.

It is in line with a move by  ICMR who has sought price quotes for the supply of 10 lakh antibody kits (serological test) for diagnosis of COVID-19. It will also procure 7 lakh RNA extraction kits, for a method which is currently used for COVID-19 testing in the country.

(Courtsey: https://www.amarujala.com/delhi-ncr/in-a-few-days-the-corona-sample-can-also-be-checked-in-faridabad
                  https://www.businesstoday.in/sectors/pharma/india-readies-massive-covid-19-testing-plan/story/399260.html)