Being the most developed nation in the world. The USA is now getting embraced to share its medical invention during this international emergency. It is all set to push out its medical kits to test COVID-19 at home. And now along with others, 2 new names have been added to save millions of lives. From the clutches of coronavirus through their kits for COVID-19 testing. Carbon Health and Carbon are starting to ship their own-home sample collection kits.

When it comes to testing norms, these startups work the same. To incorporate some processes of their kits to test COVID-19 at home. They both include swab-based sample collection hardware. That people can use at home to collect mucus samples. This further includes safety approved. Projective packaging to be approved by existing labs across the country.

These COVID-19 testings follow a well-accurate PCR- method. That tests for the genetic presence of the coronavirus symptoms in the patient. Well, when it comes to counting upon its accuracy, it is well laid. It is also mentioned that when the testing is conducted through dier precision by any medical representative. It holds accurate results.

Additionally, these two startups are also into continuous communication with medical authorities. In and around the state who will take care that the sample is collected. And tested for further interpretation of the virus attack in the patient’s body.

Are these kits free for use?

No, it is not. Carbon Health test costs $167 and Nurx test costs $181 (including shipping and assessment).

Does India have a plan for this?

Surely yes, but it is only available by doctor’s prescription. Home COVID-19 sample kits will only be available only if you present an authorized or treating doctor’s prescription at a chemist shop. This directive has been paid by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration). Additionally, the FDA has started regulating the sale. And storage of these kits for COVID-19 to prevent hoarding and overpricing. According to reports, the first Indian validated COVID-19 test kit will cost Rs 1200. Named as Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) by the Drug Controller of India.

Not only this, but the FDA has also directed all chemists to sell other related medicines for viruses. And masks only after producing the doctor’s prescription. Adding to this more, the board has also directed that there should be proper. And a balanced chain from the manufacturers for the supply of COVID 19 test kits.