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India’s Affordable Sickle Cell Test Kit Set for 2026
New Delhi, India, June 23, 2025 – India is preparing to launch a low-cost sickle cell anemia test kit in 2026 to help millions in tribal areas. The kit supports the government’s plan to reduce the disease by 2047. Here’s what you need to know.
About the Test Kit
The kit is a breakthrough:
- It costs less than ₹50 per test, much cheaper than imported versions.
- Results come in 10 minutes, making it easy to use in villages.
- A villager said, “This test could save our kids from pain.”
It’s designed for rural India.
Why It’s Important
The disease is a big problem:
- Many in tribal areas carry the sickle cell gene, which can cause severe illness.
- Early testing helps families plan and prevent the disease in children.
- An X post read, “Cheap tests mean hope for tribal communities.”
The kit could change lives.
How It Works
The test is simple:
- A small blood sample is taken from a finger prick.
- The sample is mixed with a special solution to show if the disease is present.
- A health worker noted, “It’s as easy as checking sugar levels.”
Anyone can use it.
Government’s Plan
India has a clear goal:
- By 2026, the kit will reach thousands of health centers across 17 states.
- Mobile teams are already screening millions to find carriers.
- An X user wrote, “India’s fighting sickle cell like never before.”
The mission is on track.
What People Are Saying
Experts are excited:
- Doctors say the kit will make testing faster and cheaper for rural areas.
- Some hope it could be used in other countries with similar problems.
- A mother said, “I want my family tested as soon as it’s here.”
Hope is growing.
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