“Roche has been developing a new type of test kit very quickly. to help detect the monkey pox virus This will help to track the epidemiological spread,” said Roche Diagnostics Chief Executive Thomas Schinecker. plays an important role in the response and controlling the challenges that arise in public health especially the development of countermeasures such as follow-up efforts and treatment strategies.”
first test kit It is used to detect viruses in the orthopox group. (Orthopoxvirus), which covers all monkeypox viruses found in West and Central Africa (collectively, strains [clades])
The second type of test set It will only test for the monkey pox virus. (in the West African species and Central Africa)
while the third type of test It was developed for researchers who wished to obtain information from the first two test kits simultaneously. This test can detect both orthopox virus. Ready to provide information on whether the smallpox virus was detected or not. (in the West African species and Central Africa)
This monkey pox virus test kit It is a research test kit used in many countries around the world.
About Orthopox / Monkeypox Virus Test Kit
Orthopox / Monkeypox Virus Test Kit is a test kit that can detect orthopox virus. including monkey pox virus Using a technology called quantitative PCR (qPCR), the genetic material in the sample is extracted (Nucleic Acid) and then tested with an assay. with all virus testing kits, reagents and tools It will be distributed by Roche Diagnostics Company.
about virus
Monkeypox was first identified in 1985 among monkeys bred for research purposes. However, the virus is thought to be transmitted from wild animals such as rodents to humans. or from person to person in West Africa and Central Africa An average of 2-3 thousand cases can be found per year, but can be found outside the African continent. Most of which are related to a trip to Africa. or importing infected animals Therapies and vaccines being developed for smallpox are expected to be helpful in limiting the spread of monkeypox.1
About Roche
Roche was founded in 1896 in Basel. Switzerland And one of the first drugmakers. To this day, Roche is the world’s largest biotechnology company. and is a leader in the science of in-vitro diagnostics. The company is committed to research excellence. and develop pharmaceuticals Including methods of diagnosis to maintain and improve the quality of life of people around the world. Roche is the innovator of a personalized healthcare model. (Personalised Healthcare) and aims to transform healthcare services. Many to deliver the best and most suitable care for each person. by combining the strength of the medical field to the science of diagnosis and use the insights gained from real medical practice.
For the past 13 years, the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) has named Roche as one of the most sustainable companies in the pharmaceutical industry, a testament to its persistence. and commitment to the implementation of Roche’s vision, and is a reflection of Roche’s efforts to increase access to healthcare services. through cooperation with existing partner organizations in each country
Gene tech (Genentech) in the United States. It is a company in which the Roche Group is wholly owned by the Roche Group. and Roche is a major shareholder of Chugai Pharmaceutical in Japan.
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