TN awaits nod for plasma therapy trials in week's time

Tamil Nadu Health Minister C.Vijayabaskar on Monday said the state is expecting the central government's permission for blood plasma treatment trials in a week's time.

Speaking to reporters, Vijayabaskar said the state has applied for starting blood plasma treatment for COVID-19 patients.

He said the permission is expected in a week's time. In the meantime, necessary activities in that connection are being taken.

A total of 1,885 persons (1,279 male, 606 female) have been tested positive for coronavirus in the state till Sunday. So far, 1,020 COVID-19 patients were discharged in the state, health officials added.