NEW DELHI: Expanding the testing strategy in line with its containment plans in high-risk areas and Covid-19 hotspots, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) issued an advisory on Saturday to start rapid antibody-based blood test for coronavirus.
The strategy for using the test includes clusters (containment zone) and large migration gatherings or evacuees’ centres.
“As a matter of abundant precaution, all symptomatic ILI (influenza-like illness) are to be monitored in health facilities. Any surge in cases to be monitored and brought to the notice of surveillance officer/CMO for additional investigation,” the advisory said.
It added all ILI persons should be home- quarantined for 14 days. At facility level, all symptom
