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HMPV virus: What's the cost of HMPV test in India? A guide to prices and labs
India has detected seven Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases. Testing costs between Rs 3,000 and Rs 20,000 in Delhi. HMPV, a respiratory virus, usually causes mild symptoms. Severe complications can occur in infants and older adults. No specific antiviral treatment exists, but severe cases may need hospitalization. Preventive measures include good hygiene and wearing masks.
What is HMPV? Its symptoms, transmission and prevention explained
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that has recently gained attention due to an outbreak in China. It causes respiratory infections ranging from mild cold-like symptoms to severe complications, particularly in vulnerable groups. HMPV spreads through respiratory droplets and contaminated surfaces.
As COVID cases rise again, what do you need to know about the new FLiRT variants?
FLirt Covid 19 Virus: Scientists are studying the FLiRT variants, subvariants of the Omicron lineage, which may be more contagious and evade immunity better. The FLiRT variants, derived from the JN.1 variant, are demonstrating increased 'fitness' and may become the dominant subvariants in Australia. Booster shots targeting Omicron XBB.1.5 provide significant protection against severe illness.
Stocking up on home-testing kits? Doctors believe the pricier RT-PCR test is a better option
There has been a surge in demand for self-testing kits as Covid-19 cases rise across the nation.
Road ministry issues draft norms for safer, fuel-efficient vehicle tyres in India
The ministry has proposed this regime for new model tyres from October 1, 2021 and for the existing models from October 1,2022.
Reliance develops RT-PCR kit that can give COVID-19 results in 2 hours
The sources said computational biologists at Reliance Life Sciences, a subsidiary of billionaire Mukesh Ambani-run Reliance Industries Ltd, analysed more than 100 genomes of SARS-CoV-2 sequenced in India and designed unique RT-PCR primers for developing quantitative-Real Time PCR (RT-PCR) kit for COVID-19 detection.
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IIT Guwahati researchers design engineered surfaces to detect, prevent coronavirus
"So far we are using antibody-based assays and RT-PCR based methods for testing during pandemic. However, longer assay time, cost, complex procedures and false positive or negative results are a few bottlenecks of these methods," Lalit M Pandey, associate professor, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, told .
World's oldest hashtag unearthed in South Africa
Johannesburg, Sep 13 (IANS) Archaeologists have unearthed the oldest known abstract pencil drawing by human hand -- which looks like a present day hashtag -- from South Africa and is over 70,000 years old.
Fresh Moon mission does not need big budget: NASA Chief
Washington, Sep 1 (IANS) Sending humans back to the moon would not require a big Apollo-style budget boost, NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine has said.
NASA's InSight will decode how mountains formed on Mars
Washington, Aug 29 (IANS) NASA's InSight spacecraft, that has passed the halfway mark to Mars, carries a unique instrument that will enable scientists to understand what geological processes created the massive mountains on the Martian surface.
Exoplanets where life could develop as it did on Earth identified
London, Aug 2 (IANS) Scientists have identified a group of exoplanets -- located outside our solar system -- where the same chemical conditions that may have led to life on Earth exist.
NASA's Parker Solar Probe ready for launch next week
Washington, Aug 2 (IANS) NASA's Parker Solar Probe, which is humanity's first mission to the Sun, has cleared the final procedures ahead of its launch on August 11.
Microsoft unveils smaller, cheaper Surface Go tablet at $399 taking on Apple's iPad
The Surface Go has a 10-inch screen, weighs 1.15 pounds, far lighter than existing Surface products.
This biodegradable plaster can treat your mouth ulcers
London, June 25 (IANS) Scientists have developed a novel biodegradable patch that acts as a plaster and sticks inside the mouth, thus helping in the treatment of oral ulcers.
Microsoft all set to take on Apple with iPad-like, low-cost, Surface tab
The new tablets will feature 10-inch screens -- around the same size as a standard iPad.
Scientists spot massive ice deposits on Mars
Washington, Jan 12 (IANS) Scientists have unearthed thick and massive deposits of ice in some regions on Mars.
'Rusty' lunar rock reveals Moon's interior is dry
New York, Aug 22 (IANS) The Moon's interior is likely very dry, revealed an analysis of a 'rusty' lunar rock, while contradicting a study that showed evidence of water on the Moon.
Scientists to capture sunspot images during solar eclipse
New York, Aug 19 (IANS) During the upcoming total solar eclipse on August 21, a team of solar physicists are planning to capture high-resolution sunspots -- the visible concentrations of magnetic fields on the Sun's surface -- at microwave radio wavelengths.
Scientists spot new evidence of water on Moon
New York, July 25 (IANS) Numerous volcanic deposits distributed across the surface of the Moon contain unusually high amounts of trapped water compared with surrounding terrains, a new study of satellite data has revealed.
Tactile sensors may help robots handle household items
London, June 6 (IANS) Scientists have mounted a sensor technology on robots to give them greater sensitivity and dexterity to help them manipulate small household items precisely.
Substantial evidence of holographic universe found: Scientists
London, Jan 30 (IANS) An international team of scientists has found the first observational and substantial evidence that our universe could be a vast and complex hologram.
Five devices that did not make an impact
The consumer technology space is more vibrant than it's ever been -and as part of the industry, we see something new and groundbreaking at least every week.
Windows 9 rumor roundup: Everything we think we know
The rumors surrounding Windows 9 show that it's going to be a move back to more familiar territory. Here's what we think might be coming.
Microsoft just slashed $100 off the price of the Surface 2
Microsoft has knocked $100 off the price of its Surface 2 Windows RT tablets-making them cheaper than even the lowliest large iPad models.
Microsoft Windows may scrap the desktop icon from future tablets
Currently, Windows 8.1 RT tablets have Live Tile-filled home screenand desktop, which you can switch back and forth between interchangeably.
Microsoft said to back off plans to debut smaller surface
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and executive vice-president Stephen Elop decided that product in process wasn’t different enough from rivals .
Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 11: Only devices in India with Windows 8 RT
Lenovo's Yoga 11 is one of the only devices in India with Windows 8 RT — a cut down version of the full OS.
Samsung to build tablet that features Microsoft’s Windows RT software
Samsung Electronics, the largest phone maker, will release a tablet that features Microsoft’s Windows RT software when the operating system debuts
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