New Delhi, Oct. 17 -- The Delhi Government is taking steps to strengthen the diagnosis and management of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C by utilising existing molecular testing platforms under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP).

As per the release, the initiative aims to improve access to viral load testing, optimise available resources and strengthen coordination between national health programmes.

Under the proposed arrangement, existing Truenat molecular testing platforms under NTEP will be utilised to conduct viral load tests for patients who screen positive for Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. The broader screening plan also includes the use of portable X-ray facilities, with particular attention to women, especially pr...