JAIPUR: Chief minister Ashok Gehlot has on Friday given directions to start antigen tests to obtain quick Covid-19 test reports in the state as per the guidelines of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). He said the goal was to keep the deaths due to coronavirus in the state to a minimum.
The antigen detection test or the Standard Q Covid-19 Ag kit does not require any specialised machine. It can show results within 30 minutes and “can be interpreted with a naked eye”. The antigen testing is a promising tool for quick diagnosis of coronavirus infection in field settings, according to ICMR. For the purpose, ICMR will be sending about 200 test kits.
Gehlot took the decision after discussions with experts of medical colleges, renowned doctors from across the state through a video conference from the CM’s residence.
More than 100 experts participated in the discussion and gave suggestions on various aspects of combating Covid, including investigation, treatment and prevention.
The medical community has been playing an important role in the success of Rajasthan in controlling corona, he said. "Due to our coordinated efforts, the Rajasthan model is discussed all over the country. Death audits of corona patients are also being conducted in the state, so that we can understand the real causes of death. These studies can be used to prevent corona," said the chief minister.
Gehlot said precaution was the best way to prevent the disease. “We have launched a special campaign to make the general public aware throughout the state. Rajasthan is the only state in the country to launch such a massive campaign to create awareness about this epidemic.” He expressed happiness with all sections of the society, including public representatives, doctors, government departments and voluntary organizations, for playing their role in the campaign.
Medical and health minister Raghu Sharma said that the next few months could be more challenging as along with corona, the health department also had to deal with seasonal diseases.
Additional chief secretary (medical and health) Rohit Kumar Singh said that the antigen test would begin soon.
The antigen detection test or the Standard Q Covid-19 Ag kit does not require any specialised machine. It can show results within 30 minutes and “can be interpreted with a naked eye”. The antigen testing is a promising tool for quick diagnosis of coronavirus infection in field settings, according to ICMR. For the purpose, ICMR will be sending about 200 test kits.
Gehlot took the decision after discussions with experts of medical colleges, renowned doctors from across the state through a video conference from the CM’s residence.
More than 100 experts participated in the discussion and gave suggestions on various aspects of combating Covid, including investigation, treatment and prevention.
The medical community has been playing an important role in the success of Rajasthan in controlling corona, he said. "Due to our coordinated efforts, the Rajasthan model is discussed all over the country. Death audits of corona patients are also being conducted in the state, so that we can understand the real causes of death. These studies can be used to prevent corona," said the chief minister.
Gehlot said precaution was the best way to prevent the disease. “We have launched a special campaign to make the general public aware throughout the state. Rajasthan is the only state in the country to launch such a massive campaign to create awareness about this epidemic.” He expressed happiness with all sections of the society, including public representatives, doctors, government departments and voluntary organizations, for playing their role in the campaign.
Medical and health minister Raghu Sharma said that the next few months could be more challenging as along with corona, the health department also had to deal with seasonal diseases.
Additional chief secretary (medical and health) Rohit Kumar Singh said that the antigen test would begin soon.
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