SUBURBAN DIAGNOSTICS INTRODUCES THE ABBOTT ID NOW TEST FOR FASTER COVID-19 TESTING OF PATIENTS IN EMERGENCY CASES

Now obtaining test results for Covid-19 gets faster, as Suburban Diagnostics introduces the Abbott ID NOW test – a rapid molecular test, using a rear technology that will accelerate the reporting process. The test is ICMR approved and hence the reports will be valid in case of emergency treatment or hospitalization or even for domestic travel.

Obtaining a COVID-19 test report takes between 24-36 hours of time, after the regular RT-PCR test. Suburban Diagnostics' new Abbott ID NOW test only needs 30 minutes to generate a report after sample collection. It is a faster alternative to the RT-PCR test in times of emergency, when waiting longer is not a viable option for the patient. “We have introduced this test for patients who are in an emergency and need COVID-19 test reports faster. The test will be available only at selected Suburban Diagnostics centres”, says Sushant Kinra, COO of Suburban Diagnostics. “It is our endeavour to be at the forefront in this war against the virus. We are hopeful that this facility will be instrumental in saving more lives, as it will help people in quickening the process of treatment during emergency.”, he added.