Lithuania's Fight Against TB: A New Genetic Test

In Lithuania, a modernized hospital in Kaunas is revolutionizing tuberculosis diagnosis with a new genetic test, reducing detection time from days to just four hours. This significant advancement is part of the countrys ongoing efforts to combat the disease, which has plagued the nation since the fall of the Soviet Union. With European Union funding, the hospital has been equipped with state-of-the-art tools, including fiberscopes for bronchoscopies and a digitized X-ray room. The new genetic test not only diagnoses tuberculosis but also detects drug resistance, enabling faster and more effective treatment.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.