FactsBox: First Automated RT-PCR machine

FactsBox: First Automated RT-PCR machine

The Pune-based molecular diagnostics enterprise Mylab has launched “Compact XL”. It is the first fully automated machine in India to perform molecular diagnostic tests including RT-PCR for COVID-19.

Highlights

The Compact XL machine will automate lab processes starting from sample handling to preparing RT-PCR ready tubes. The machine is cartridge-based and can test multiple samples at the same time. It can be used in wide range of DNA/RNA based tests including RT-PCR.

The machine can take various sample types such as tissue, plasma, swabs and sputum. It will replace the need of 700 square feet of lab with 4 x3 benchtop. Also, the number of experts required to conduct the test has been reduced to just one from 3-4. This saves operational costs of the labs.

RT-PCR

The Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction is a technique combining reverse transcription of RNA into DNA. The test is primarily used to measure the amount of RNA.

Originally written on July 9, 2020 and last modified on November 20, 2020.
Tags: , ,

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *