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Dr. Arjun Dang moderates discussion on diagnostics at BW Healthcare Excellence Summit 2022

Diagnostic errors are common, causing serious patient harm in up to 1.0% of hospital admissions and general practitioner visits. Between 70% and 80% of diagnostic errors are deemed potentially preventable. With the advent of the digital age, artificial intelligence and particularly information technology have been leveraged for improvement in diagnostic accuracy. Dr. Arjun Dang spearheaded discussion about role that diagnostics will play in reducing errors in diagnostics. Read More....
Released on : 12/09/2022
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Dr. Arjun Dang talks to The Hindu Business Line on Indian Diagnostics Industry

As the Indian diagnostics industry leaps ahead, we have seen large players such as pharma companies, hospital chains, and e-commerce players join the bandwagon. Dr. Arjun Dang talks about the future trends in the IVD industry with The Hindu Business Line. Read the full article here....
Released on : 21/08/2022
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What's next for diagnostic space | Dr.Arjun Dang

Dr. Arjun Dang shares his perspective on the diagnostics market scenario post the COVID 19 era and answers questions on the future course of the industry. The COVID 19 pandemic has increased the awareness of a healthy lifestyle and preventive check-ups including blood testing, however, the correct test results are crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Arjun answers important questions such as ‘Fall in Covid-19 and its allied tests were margin dilutive but going forward what factors could play a good role in margin accretion? How will online presence grow, going forward? Dr. Dangs Lab is known all over the country for providing unparalleled quality diagnostics and personalized patient-centric care in the city of Delhi NCR for close to 4 decades....
Released on : 20/07/2022
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Dr Dangs Lab adopts Next Generation Cobas® Pro integrated solutions

As part of efforts to enhance diagnostic capabilities to strengthen disease management for the residents of Delhi-NCR, Dr Dangs Lab is set to install Roche Diagnostics next-generation first-in-class Cobas® Pro integrated solutions, becoming the first lab in the region to “introduce the technology ensuring high-quality, accurate, and faster test results for all patients”...
Released on : 18/06/2022
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Diagnostics leveraging the tech wave

In a discussion on ‘Diagnostics Roadmap 2022: CEO’s Perspective’, Arjun Dang, CEO, Dr. Dangs Lab shared, “Diagnostics needs to be democratized with digitization & efficient delivery moving forward with our combined focus on giving our best to the patients.”...
Released on : 23/04/2022
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Cases are going up significantly and the main cause is of course lack of people wearing masks

"Cases are going up significantly and the main cause is of course lack of people wearing masks": Dr. Navin Dang, founder of Dr. Dang's Lab. Dr.Navin Dang on NDTV. Watch full video....
Released on : 18/04/2022
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Delhi Covid cases at 40-day high of 299, up 48% in 24 hours

"The actual number of cases may be higher. This is because many people are using home test kits or isolating themselves at home instead of getting RT-PCR tests done," Dr. Naveen Dang, the founder and chairman of Dr. Dang's Lab, said....
Released on : 14/04/2022
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OmiSure Covid test kits upgraded to detect Omicron subvariant BA.2

"It's very important to understand that to date the gold standard for testing and for early detection remains to be the RT-PCR test," Dr. Arjun Dang, CEO of Dr. Dangs Lab said....
Released on : 08/02/2022
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‘Timing or RT-PCR important’: Dr Dangs Lab on need of Covid testing

“We should keep in mind the timing of the RT-PCR test and the type of the test. The sensitivity of the Rapid Antigen test is far lower than the traditional RT-PCR. So, if there are symptoms, a negative Rapid Antigen test should be followed with an RT-PCR," said Dr. Arjun Dang, the CEO of Dr. Dangs Lab....
Released on : 08/02/2022
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Dr Arjun Dang on gluten intolerance

J.Mitra & Co. in association with the Celiac society of India is pleased to bring to you a Panel discussion with experts from across the world to deliberate on the subject of Wheat-related disorders. Listen to what Dr.Arjun Dang, CEO, Dr. Dangs Lab has to say....
Released on : 25/01/2022
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Covid test prices slashed again; private labs say not consulted, can’t break even

Dr. Naveen Dang, founder of Dr. Dang’s Lab said: “We were barely breaking even at the cost that was being offered, with the new price we will not be able to do even that. The cost of the test has to cover not only the reagents but consumables, quality manpower, quality kits, waste disposal, and all. The cost of the kits also varies with the quality of the kits; we are committed to giving the best quality reports at the best possible turn-around time. All this comes at a cost.”...
Released on : 21/01/2022
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Demystifying Wheat related Disorders : Live Webinar session

Wheat causes certain disorders and conditions arising mainly from intolerances to its structural protein – Gluten. J.Mitra & Co. in association with the Celiac society of India is pleased to bring to you a Panel discussion with experts from across the world to deliberate on the subject of Wheat-related disorders. The speaker, Dr. Arjun Dang is an expert in the field of Wheat-related disorders and is looking to examine the way forward and answer any questions that may come forth....
Released on : 19/01/2022
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People unaware of new guidelines being turned away from COVID-19 testing centres

Private laboratories are also ensuring that only those who fulfill the criteria are tested. “People wanting to take an RT-PCR test are being asked to register on our website. They are required to provide information about symptoms, comorbidities, and if they need to get tested for travel requirements. Ninety-five percent of the people taking the tests fulfill the criteria,” said Arjun Dang, CEO, Dr. Dangs Lab....
Released on : 15/01/2022
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Labs Pull Out All Stops To Cope With Omicron Rush of Tests

“The surge has been sudden. The graph has been too vertical and we weren’t expecting such a severe surge,” Dr. Dangs Lab CEO Arjun Dang said in the national capital. He said the company has invested a lot in the last six months in its molecular biology lab....
Released on : 13/01/2022
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Covid-19 testing infrastructure starts creaking at labs in Delhi as pressure rises

We are working two-three shifts to process the samples being received. I wish we could do more, but that’s not practically possible,” said Dr. Navin Dang, microbiologist, and founder of Dr. Dang’s Lab, adding that demand for Covid testing had gone up five times in the past month. ...
Released on : 07/01/2022
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The testing capacity has been stretched to its maximum limit since the Delta wave.

“To increase capacity we need trained manpower, space, equipment, and finances. The testing capacity has been stretched to its maximum limit since the Delta wave. We are running short of manpower, a large number of doctors, even as paramedics and lab hands have fallen prey to the virus. We are working at the best that we can. The government should also increase the capacity in government hospitals,” said Dr. Navin Dang, microbiologist, and founder of Dr. Dang’s Lab....
Released on : 06/01/2022
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Dr Dangs Lab as Central Lab Conducted Tests in All Three Trial Phases of Corbevax COVID-19 Vaccine

Dr. Arjun Dang, CEO, Dr. Dangs Lab, welcomed the announcement and said they feel immensely proud "to have been a part of this momentous journey as the central lab of choice for an end-to-end services" concerning Corbevax vaccine. ...
Released on : 29/12/2021
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Omicron: What is the S-gene dropout

Omicron can be detected even before genome sequencing. This is known as a proxy test. RT-PCR tests in India, as of now, only focus on the E, N, and Rd Rp genes, and the S test was not required, Dr. Naveen Dang, director of Dr. Dangs Lab, told. ...
Released on : 02/12/2021
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Omicron Spikes | Coronavirus | Dr Dangs Lab

Covid-19: How Omicron uses spike protein to enter cells

A new variant named Omicron (B.1.1.529) was reported by researchers in South Africa on November 24, 2021. Dr. Naveen Dang, Director of Dr. Dangs Lab explains why the Omicron variant, which contains many of the mutations found in addition to its own, thus making it different from other variants of concern (VoC)....
Released on : 02/12/2021
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Genome sequencing can finally confirm presence of COVID-19 variant Omicron

Dr. Naveen Dang, the director of Dr. Dang’s lab said that gene sequencing depending on the suspected cases and the missing S-gene can finally confirm the presence of the Omicron variant. Deliberating on the issue, Dr. Dang said that the S gene dropout or S gene target failure is a marker or a proxy indicator to ascertain the presence of Omicron variant however it is the gene sequencing on which the ultimate diagnosis lies....
Released on : 01/12/2021
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Are rapid tests, self-test kits effective to detect Omicron?

Experts suggest the use of multi-gene test kits over those that target a specific gene. Dr. Arjun Dang, CEO, Dr. Dangs Labs, suggests the use of multi-gene kits over those kits that target the specific spike protein that has the mutations....
Released on : 29/11/2021
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India fails to ramp up covid-19 testing to targeted 4.5-5 million per day

According to Arjun Dang, CEO, Dr. Dangs lab, with monsoons bringing in the emergence of non-covid viral illnesses such as Dengue, flu, etc, a shift of focus akin to the pre-pandemic scenario may make people feel falsely secured....
Released on : 05/10/2021
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"Medical Field is NOT a Business" - Dr.Dang shares a Doctor's perspective on entrepreneurship

In this episode of the Leadership Speaks series, Rehaan Khaneja speaks with Dr. Naveen Dang, Founder & Chairman of Dr. Dangs Lab. Dr. Dang‘s Lab is known to be one of the best Quality-Based Diagnostic Labs in the country. Having begun its journey with a small financial investment and a 400 sq. ft. area, he developed the facility to a nationwide medical service that has played a life-saving role during the Covid pandemic. Despite his amazing success as an entrepreneur, Dr.Dang firmly believes that medical services must not be seen as a "business". He considers himself a doctor first, with his loyalty always for the patients and not just for making a profit. Let's hear Dr.Dang's leadership story in the 8th episode of Leadership speaks....
Released on : 04/10/2021
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The rise of Indian startups with focus on innovation

Dr. Navin Dang said the idea was to serve people, and that he was never bothered about awards or rewards. Drawing from his experience in running the diagnostic lab since 1985, Dr. Navin said one must embrace technology, but ensure not to let new technologies bypass the old values....
Released on : 04/10/2021
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Antibody tests post-vaccination may not tell the full story

Dr. Navin Dang, founder, and chairman, Dr. Dang’s Lab, said they get 20 to 30 requests for antibody tests from fully vaccinated persons every day. ...
Released on : 21/09/2021
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Idea behind Dr Dangs Lab is to serve people: Dr Naveen

Dr. Naveen Dang says that one should embrace technology but one should not let the new technologies bypass them. The inaugural edition of HT NxT, a leadership platform to address key topics that are pertinent to today’s generation on Thursday brought on board Dr. Naveen Dang, Director of Dr. Dangs Lab, New Delhi who started Dr. Dangs Lab in 1985, and his son Dr. Arjun Dang who is the CEO of Dr. Dangs Lab which is currently one of the noted labs in the country. ...
Released on : 19/09/2021
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Mutant variant of concern and their impact on COVID-19 testing

Viruses constantly change through mutation. When a virus has one or more new mutations it’s called a variant of the original virus. Currently, several variants of the virus (SARS-CoV-2) that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) are creating concern. Dr. Arjun Dang on VOH....
Released on : 17/09/2021
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No trick of trade in healthcare; it’s reading, updating : Dr. Dang at HTNxt

Set up in Delhi in 1985, by Dr. Navin Dang, at a time when the national capital had only a handful of private hospitals and the concept of an interactive diagnostic laboratory was unheard of, Dang Lab has had many firsts....
Released on : 16/09/2021
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India's Third Wave needs more vaccines | Can we afford to keep Pfizer, Moderna & J&J out

On Monday, the government announced that J&J vaccine production in the country has come to an impasse over the indemnity clause. Representatives further said that indemnity to foreign vaccines like Pfizer and Moderna can be offered only if they provided 100 million doses. Dr. Navin Dang, in discussion with Barkha Dutt....
Released on : 03/08/2021
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A Shot of Hope - Dr Arjun Dang - TOI

Dr. Arjun Dang is the Chief Executive Officer of the highly acclaimed for Quality, Dr. Dangs Lab, situated in Delhi NCR. He completed his M.B.B.S and M.D in Pathology from Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai post which he did a Clinical Fellowship in Liver Pathology from King's College Hospital, London. Dr. Dang has worked as a Senior Resident in the department of Specialised Hematology(including flow cytometry) in Lady Hardinge Medical College...
Released on : 09/06/2021
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