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    On modernization of public health laboratory, health committee chairman Praful Raval says, "AMC limits have grown in last five years. The modern lab will ensure micro testing of food products and testing of more samples can be done in less time." According to AMC authorities, once the new lab gets functional it will be able to conduct around 100 sample tests a day. Full Article at Times of India
    AMC limits have grown in last five years. The modern lab will ensure micro testing of food products and testing of more samples can be done in less time.
    SOURCE: Times of India 4 weeks ago
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  1. The awareness drive is to empower public on health issues. They can approach the laboratory for food testing and if the test is positive they can complain to concerned authorities provided they have the bills of the items.
    SOURCE: Times of India 4 weeks ago

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