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Plant-Based Health Tests

This Biodegradable Medical COVID-19 Test Kit Breaks Down in 10 Weeks

— August 28, 2020 — Eco
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has boosted the need and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as well as medical tests that are all made from plastic, so this biodegradable medical COVID-19 test kit is positioned as an eco-friendly alternative.

The test is free from plastic, fiberglass and nitrocellulose, and maintains a design that is completely biodegradable and suitable for being disintegrated in wastewater or even plumbing systems after use. The test can also biodegrade in soil in about 10 weeks to further eliminate its ability to hang around long after it has been used.

The biodegradable medical COVID-19 test kit is the design work of Luis Fernando Sánchez Barrios and can display results in under eight minutes. The QR code on the front will allow users to register their test to have the results logged for public health purposes.
Trend Themes
1. Biodegradable Medical Tests - The development of biodegradable medical tests presents an opportunity for sustainable and eco-friendly healthcare solutions.
2. Plastic-free PPE - The demand for plastic-free personal protective equipment (PPE) creates a space for innovation in the healthcare industry that prioritizes sustainability.
3. Rapid Test Technology - Advancements in rapid test technology, like the under eight-minute COVID-19 test, open up opportunities for efficient and timely diagnostics in healthcare.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - The healthcare industry can leverage biodegradable medical tests and plastic-free PPE to reduce its environmental impact.
2. Environmental Services - The development of biodegradable medical tests creates a new market for environmental services focused on managing and disposing of these sustainable healthcare products.
3. Technology - The rapid test technology sector has the potential to enhance diagnostic capabilities and improve healthcare outcomes through advancements in testing speed and accuracy.
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