Categories: Uncategorized

Union Health Minister inaugurates ‘Desikan Bhawan’ equipped with new COVID-19 diagnostic

The Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan and Dr. Balram Bhargava , Director General , ICMR inaugurated the new research building ‘Desikan Bhawan’ which is equipped with new COVID-19 diagnostic facility at ICMR-NJIL & OMD in Agra.

The ‘Desikan Bhawan’ is dedicated for research facilities like animal experimentation ,COVID-19 diagnosis , whole genome sequencing of different Mycobacterium species and phytochemical  extraction from medicinal plants for anti-TB drug development .The capacity of COVID-19 Diagnostic Laboratory is around 1200 samples per day. This COVID diagnostic lab is loaded with Biosafety level 2(BSL2)cabinets, automated RNA extractors, and Real Time PCR machines with which the diagnostic results can be exported within a day.

Medically Speaking Team

Recent Posts

Dysautonomia: The Silent Illness Affecting Millions Globally

Dysautonomia: The Silent Illness Impacting Millions of People Worldwide Dysautonomia is an umbrella term used…

2 days ago

Chyawanprash: Your Ayurvedic Shield Against Cough & Cold

https://youtu.be/mdl3AFFFcuk?si=i2cYzTX7WJ-z6wRp Does Chyawanprash Help in Cough & Cold? Exploring Its Benefits and Efficacy Chyawanprash, a…

2 days ago

Why Winter Morning Walks (7-9 AM) Are Perfect for Your Health

Walk In Winter: In winter, the time from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM is considered…

2 days ago

Does Maida Stick to Your Gut? Debunking Myths and Health Risks

Does Maida Stick To Your Gut Lining: In this article, we debunk the common myth…

2 days ago

Think Twice Before Heating Packaged Milk: Hidden Risks You Should Know!

https://youtu.be/4NTKSfNf1TM?si=Y4xkEOKDUvqpIEZt The Disadvantages of Heating Packaged Milk Milk is a staple in many households and…

2 days ago

MENTAL HEALTH STRUGGLES: THE LONG-TERN IMPACT ON TEENAGERS

A recent study has revealed a growing mental health crisis among teenagers globally, with nearly…

3 days ago