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Potential diagnostics and therapeutic approaches in COVID-19
Pratibha Kumari1, Archana Singh2, Moses Rinchui Ngasainao3
1Department of Chemistry, Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi, New Delhi 110019, India; Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 92182-1030, USA.
Summary
Timely diagnosis of COVID-19 is crucial. This review details molecular diagnostic mechanisms, FDA-approved techniques, and clinical strategies for managing SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Area of Science:
- Medical Diagnostics
- Virology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Effective COVID-19 control hinges on accurate and prompt diagnosis.
- Molecular diagnostic tests identify specific SARS-CoV-2 markers, including viral genome regions and structural proteins.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review mechanisms, advancements, and limitations of FDA-authorized COVID-19 diagnostic techniques.
- To inform the medical and research community on specimen handling and safety protocols.
- To discuss clinical manifestations, treatment outcomes, and future management strategies for COVID-19.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review of diagnostic techniques for SARS-CoV-2.
- Analysis of underlying mechanisms for molecular detection methods.
- Evaluation of clinical data on COVID-19 manifestations and drug efficacy.
Main Results:
- Detailed overview of various molecular diagnostic approaches for SARS-CoV-2 detection.
- Identification of clinical limitations and advancements in diagnostic technologies.
- Summary of drug mechanisms and outcomes in COVID-19 prophylaxis.
Conclusions:
- Understanding SARS-CoV-2 diagnostics and pathogenesis is vital for long-term COVID-19 control strategies.
- Informed clinical strategies require comprehensive knowledge of diagnostic methods and patient outcomes.
- Future directions in COVID-19 management necessitate continued research and development.
Keywords:
Antiviral drugsCOVID-19Immunochromatographic assay and Drug discoveryMolecular diagnosisRT-PCRSARS-CoV-2More Related Videos
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