Med-Tech Innovation November 13, 2023
Nathalya Mamane, chief executive officer and founder of RT MicroDx speaks to Med-Tech Innovation News about the development of an at-home test for strep throat.
1. Tell us about the where the idea for this strep throat test came from?
The idea came to me as a parent of four children who understands the toll it takes on parents when the only option to test and diagnose your sick child is to go see a doctor, either at your PCP, urgent care clinics, or emergency department. Often, the only test that is performed is the strep test because it’s the only infection that requires treatment. All other infections are generally viral and only need time to resolve themselves naturally....