| Quality Assurance of Sputum Microscopy in Dots Programmes: Regional Guidelines for Countries in the Western Pacific Contributor(s): Who Regional Office for the Western Paci (Author) |
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ISBN: 9290610565 ISBN-13: 9789290610564 Publisher: World Health Organization OUR PRICE: $11.40 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 2004 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Laboratory Medicine - Medical | Public Health |
| Physical Information: (0.24 lbs) 37 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: These Regional Guidelines have been prepared to guide both laboratory and national TB programme staff in strengthening quality assurance of sputum smear microscopy. The aim is to improve the quality of the National TB Programme in the Western Pacific Region. The guidance offered here draws on the international guidelines for External Quality Assessment but includes additional information in particular on quality control to ensure routine monitoring of all aspects of laboratory activity. |
Contributor Bio(s): Who Regional Office for the Western Pacific: - WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific |