Point-of-Care Detection Without Lab-Grade Equipment for RNA Viruses Zika, Hepatitis C
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Summary
A new protocol detects RNA viruses such as Zika and hepatitis C without traditional medical laboratory equipment. Requiring only a handheld reader and a portable heater, it has the potential to bring rapid testing to low-income regions where low accessibility and availability often hinder time-sensitive diagnoses and treatments.
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