Scientists from the Tyumen Medical University have created a device that allows you to quickly test for five dangerous diseases: HIV, syphilis, tuberculosis and hepatitis B and C. Even a person without medical education can use this device, the press service of the Tyumen State Medical University said . new product. The device is disposable, which eliminates the risk of transmitting infections and the result is immediately visible on the test strips.
The developers plan to make the device compact, the size of a regular pen. They note that the test can be purchased from pharmacies or obtained from healthcare professionals and midwives. This accessibility will allow timely detection of diseases, which is especially important for their treatment at an early stage.
The project received support from the Innovation Incentive Fund within the scope of the “Umnik” competition. Scientists believe that their invention will not only help save time, but will also be an important step in the prevention of socially important diseases.
Source: Ferra
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