Many companies and labs across the world have developed tests to diagnose COVID-19 based on the detection of the virus’s genetic material in a sample from the patient’s nose or throat. As of now there are two types of tests available diagnostic tests and antibody tests. But these are expensive tests and because of this many people may not be reporting symptoms or going in for tests despite having symptoms. So it is heartening to know that we may now have a tests that is not only effective and more accurate but also very cost-effective. Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur