The IMDX assay targets two key regions of the Monkeypox viral genome.
These nodal centres are designated for the isolation, management, and treatment of Mpox patients.
India unveiled the first indigenously-developed RT-PCR kit for monkeypox. Transasia Bio-Medicals developed the test kit. Principal Scientific Adviser to the Centre Ajay
The central government issued guidelines to identify monkeypox cases and control the spread of the virus.
Over 300 monkeypox cases were reported in May in Europe.