Lucknow: A state-level training of lab technicians and non-medical scientists on Elisa-based testing for lab diagnosis of dengue and chikungunya was held at SGPGIMS.
Anchored by the Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) under the department of microbiology, the training was organised in collaboration with the dengue division of UP’s department of health.
Head of microbiology, Prof Rungmei SK Marak said that more than 200 persons attended the intensive training programme, spanning 20 days.
In-charge of SGPGI’s VRDL lab, Dr Atul Garg said that the training included a practical demonstration of Elisa , molecular testing techniques such as RT-PCR for dengue virus serotyping, good laboratory and biosafety practices and quality control measures.
“By empowering technical personnel and non-medical scientists with hands-on skills, The VRDL lab aims to improve the quality of lab testing of arboviral infections,” he said.
Joint director of the dengue division, Dr VK Singhal said that this programme is designed to ensure uniformity and accuracy in testing protocols for dengue and chikungunya across the state.
