General News of Wednesday, 6 May 2020Source: Class FMUse GeneXpert to test for coronavirus – Lab ScientistsFile photo: Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory ScientistsThe Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists (GAMLS) has asked the government to use GeneXpert, a TB testing machine, which can be repurposed, to test for COVID-19. GAMLS said it is available in a minimum of 100 clinical laboratories in Ghana. The association said the cartridges for this platform can produce results for the novel coronavirus within 45 minutes. The association, in the statement, asked: “Why is there silence on the use of the GeneXpert available in a minimum of 100 clinical laboratories in Ghana? Send your news stories to and via WhatsApp on +233 55 2699 625.

Source: GhanaWeb May 06, 2020 09:33 UTC