Abbott develops test for monkeypox

Spokesperson for Abbottan American multinational manufacturer of medical services and healthcare devices, told Reuters news agency that it will supply test kits to Alliance partners. Pandemic Defense Coalition, a network of scientific and public health partners, to identify future pandemic threats.

“As the situation evolves, we will take steps to address additional testing needs,” an Abbott spokesperson said.

Globally, more than 200 infections monkey pox Confirmed or suspected disease has been reported in approximately 20 countries where monkeypox was not a previously endemic disease. Most of these cases have been recorded in Europe.

Abbott is the second company to announce the development of a test for monkeypox after Roche’s announcement on May 25.

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