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How to Choose the Right Transport Medium for Influenza Virus Isolation

The success of the diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2 (2019-nCoV) during the COVID-19 outbreak depends largely on the quality of the specimen and the conditions under which the specimen is transported and stored before being processed in the laboratory. The RT-qPCR diagnosis of COVID-19 requires nasopharyngeal swab specimens. This sample is then deposited in viral transport medium (VTM). There are two main …

China to Balance COVID-19 Fight and Economic Development

A medical worker takes a swab sample from a resident for nucleic acid testing in Jilin city, Jilin province, June 21, 2022. China’s fight against the COVID-19 epidemic has entered the stage that stresses striking a balance between disease control and social and economic development, Li Bin, vice-minister of the National Health Commission, said on Saturday. He said global COVID-19 …

Respiratory Virus Specimen Collection Procedure

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a very contagious, common viral respiratory infection. RSV testing detects the presence of respiratory syncytial virus in nasal secretions to help diagnose the infection. Acceptable specimens for these tests are nasal/pharyngeal (NP) swabs or nasal washes/aspirations. Specimen Collection Nasal/Pharyngeal Swab   Specimen is to be collected on a cotton, rayon, or Dacron swab with an …

Hong Kong to shorten quarantine period on arrival

Starting from Friday, visitors from overseas and Taiwan will undergo a seven-day quarantine consisting of three days at hotel and four days at home, the city’s top leader announced on Monday. Speaking to the media, Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said those confirmed positive of COVID-19 after nucleic acid tests will receive a red code on the Leavehomesafe …

How is the Sample Collected for RSV Testing?

Sample collection technique is critical in RSV testing (respiratory syncytial virus testing). The best and most frequently used sample is a nasal aspirate or wash. A syringe is used to push a small amount of sterile saline into the nose, then gentle suction is applied (for the aspirate) or the resulting fluid is collected into a cup (for a wash). …

What is the Difference Between COVID-19 PCR Test, Antigen Test, and Antibody Test?

There are two kinds of tests available for COVID-19: viral tests and antibody tests. RT-PCR test and antigen test are both viral test which detects the presence of SAR-CoV-2 from upper respiratory samples. The RT-PCR test targets the genomic information of the virus (RNA); however, the COVID-19 antigen test kit detects pieces of proteins that make up the SARS-CoV-2 virus. …

China’s COVID-19 Oral Pill Gets Regulatory Approval

China’s top drug regulator said on Monday it has granted conditional approval for a homegrown oral pill to be used to treat COVID-19. Azvudine, developed by Genuine Biotech Co Ltd based in Henan province, was first approved to treat HIV/AIDS patients on July 20 last year, according to the National Medical Products Administration. The approval clears the way for the …

Omicron Variant able to infect wide range of animals

The Omicron variant of the novel coronavirus can infect a broader range of animals than the original strain and the Delta strain, underscoring the significance of monitoring for the virus in susceptible species to prevent further mutations and spillover to humans, according to a recent study conducted by Chinese researchers. By comparing the receptor binding capability-a key step for viral …

Procedure for Sample Collection for HPV Testing

Vaginal self-sampling with HPV-DNA tests is a promising primary screening method for cervical cancer. The following describes the steps for taking a sample for HPV testing: Preparation 1. Explain HPV testing to the woman and the meaning of results. Make sure that the woman has understood the explanation. 2. Perform a gynecological examination. Sample collection 3. Obtain a sample from the …

How to Self-Collect a Vaginal Swab Specimens

Please read all instructions before collecting specimens.Vaginal Swab Specimen Collection Guide: 1. Wash hands with soap and water. Rinse and dry. 2. Hold the swab in one hand and with the other hand separate the folds of skin around the vaginal opening (labia). Do not touch the swab tip or lay it down. If you touch the tip or lay …

China Removed the Asterisk Marks on Big Data Itinerary Travel Cards

To facilitate domestic travel, China removed the asterisk marks on big data itinerary travel cards across the nation on Wednesday, according to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The cancelation is aimed at beefing up the effectiveness and efficiency of the nation’s COVID-19 epidemic control and prevention work, and boosting socioeconomic recovery, the ministry said. Previously, travel cards carried …

Anal Swab Sampling Guide

Anal swab generally refers to the anal swab inspection method, which is an auxiliary inspection method used to check for parasites or other pathogens. So what are the sampling guide for anal swabs? 1. The patient is placed in the knee-chest or lateral decubitus position. 2. Gently insert a sterile cotton swab into the anus for 3cm-5cm, then gently rotate …