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- World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the first test to diagnose Mpox.
- The mpox testing in vitro diagnostic (IVD) is called the Alinity m MPXV assay. It is developed by Abbott Molecular Inc.
- The test has been approved for emergency use.
- It will be very crucial in ramping up the testing capabilities in countries battling pox outbreaks.
- The need for fast and accurate mpox testing has increased, especially in regions like Africa.
- Early detection of mpox is important in the timely treatment and management of outbreaks.
- Mpox is a disease caused by the monkeypox virus that leads to flu-like symptoms with skin rash and blisters.
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