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Gold nano particle-based diagnostic kit useful for early detection of HCV
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Gold nano particle-based diagnostic kit useful for early detection of HCV
COVID-19 is not the only virus haunting human beings. Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) is no less dangerous as it causes liver cirrhosis and cancers. “Find the Missing Millions” is the theme of the World Hepatitis Alliance (WHA) to show that millions are unaware of the asymptomatic conditions, and how critical it is to find those undiagnosed and linking them to clinical care.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has set an ambitious target of eradicating HCV by 2030, which means extensive screening is imperative to completely eradicate the virus. Researchers at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad campus, have announced development of a gold nano particle-based diagnostic kit, which is cheaper and quicker for early-stage detection of HCV infection.