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Molbio Diagnostics has launched the Truenat HSV 1/2 for testing the Herpes Simplex Virus and it can provide sample-to-test results in an hour's time. The test is approved by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation(CDSCO). According to the manufacturer, the Real Time PCR test works on its existing Truelab infrastructure and doesn't require any additional setup and equipment to run the test, making it possible to test at resource-limited settings. Herpes, which is a viral infection caused simplex virus (HSV), is common worldwide. It causes cause painful blisters and sores anywhere on the body, mostly around the mouth and genital area. Herpes simplex viruses are categorized into two types: HSV-1 and HSV-2. Transmission of HSV-1 mainly occurs through oral-to-oral contact and its infection causes oral herpes, but it can also cause genital herpes. HSV-2 spreads through sexual contact and causes genital herpes. In rare cases, herpes (both HSV-1 and HSV-2) can be transmitted ...