CLEAN : Kenya Medical Research Institute boosts testing capacity

The video discusses the high throughput equipment used for testing up to 960 samples in an 8-hour shift, covering Western Kenya and part of South Rift. It highlights efforts to maintain a 24-hour turnaround time for results. The video also addresses challenges faced due to global stockouts of test reagents and PPE, impacting mass testing initiatives.

What is the maximum number of samples the equipment can test in an 8-hour shift?

• 480 samples

• 1500 samples

• 960 samples

• 1200 samples

Which regions are covered by the testing equipment mentioned in the video?

• Eastern Kenya and North Rift

• Western Kenya and South Rift

• Central Kenya and Coast

• Nairobi and Nyanza

What is the target turnaround time for releasing test results?

• 48 hours

• 72 hours

• 24 hours

• 12 hours

What are the two main items experiencing a global shortage as mentioned in the video?

• Sanitizers and face shields

• Ventilators and gloves

• Test reagents and PPE

• Vaccines and masks

What is the main challenge for governments in initiating mass testing?

• Insufficient testing sites

• Availability of test reagents

• High cost of testing

• Lack of trained personnel