Rapid test kits for Hepatitis B, Sickle cell anemia to be available at PHCs, government decides​

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To facilitate early detection and treatment, the ICMR suggests making rapid diagnostic tests for diseases like Hepatitis B and sickle cell anemia available at rural health centers, including Ayushman Arogya Mandirs. The updated National Essential Diagnostics List (NEDL) aims to decentralize testing, eliminating the need for sample transfers to hubs. This revision follows extensive consultations with stakeholders and experts.

​ To facilitate early detection and treatment, the ICMR suggests making rapid diagnostic tests for diseases like Hepatitis B and sickle cell anemia available at rural health centers, including Ayushman Arogya Mandirs. The updated National Essential Diagnostics List (NEDL) aims to decentralize testing, eliminating the need for sample transfers to hubs. This revision follows extensive consultations with stakeholders and experts. To facilitate early detection and treatment, the ICMR suggests making rapid diagnostic tests for diseases like Hepatitis B and sickle cell anemia available at rural health centers, including Ayushman Arogya Mandirs. The updated National Essential Diagnostics List (NEDL) aims to decentralize testing, eliminating the need for sample transfers to hubs. This revision follows extensive consultations with stakeholders and experts. 

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