Karachi (Dunya News) - The use of expired HIV testing kits at Valika hospital in Karachi has come to light, raising concerns about the accuracy of patient screening procedures.
According to sources, patients were continuing to be screened using kits that expired earlier this month.
Hospital authorities acknowledged the use of the expired kits, stating that they were assessing the effectiveness of the kits.
Medical experts warned that expired testing kits could hinder timely and accurate diagnosis. They added that ineffective testing kits may lead to delays in treatment and potentially affect patient care.