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COVID-19 cases which includes way of identification, recommendations, required oxygen support, use of medication or drugs, Dos and Don’ts, supportive measures and monitoring of health parameters, etc.
Website Link:
https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/COVID19ClinicalManagementProtocolAlgorithmAdults19thMay2021.pdf
ICMR issued advisory on use of dry swab RNA extraction-free
RTPCR method developed by CSIR-CCMB
An advisory has been issued by Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) on use of RNA extraction-free dry swab method for RTPCR-based detection of SARS-CoV-2 developed by CSIR-Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology (CCMB) Hyderabad. The method will save time and reduce cost as compared to standard PCR tests using Viral Transport Medium (VTM) and RNA extraction. This method involves collection of a VTM-less dry oropharyngeal/nasopharyngeal swab from suspect SARS-CoV-2 patients. The swab is then transported to the lab wherein Tris-EDTA - Proteinase K buffer is added, and the sample is incubated for 30 minutes at room temperature. The sample is then subjected to heat inactivation at 98oC for 6 minutes. The extract is then used for RTPCR. The comparative methodology is shown with the help of a flow diagram.
Website Link:
https://www.icmr.gov.in/pdf/covid/techdoc/Advisory_Dry_Swab_RNAExtraction_20042021_.pdf
CSIR releases guidelines on ventilation of residential and office
buildings for protection from SARS-CoV-2
The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the infectious virus SARS-CoV-2, has brought into focus COVID-appropriate behaviour, which includes use of masks, social distancing and air ventilation as non-pharmacological approaches to combat the spread of infection. Thus, CSIR has come out
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