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Publisher : World Health Organization
ISBN 13 : 9240039163
Total Pages : 28 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (4 download)
Book Synopsis Optimizing HIV testing algorithms by :
Download or read book Optimizing HIV testing algorithms written by and published by World Health Organization. This book was released on 2021-11-26 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A standardized HIV testing strategy and quality-assured products are critical for accurate diagnosis, while poorly chosen testing algorithms can lead to misdiagnosis. Verification of testing algorithms provides objective evidence, before widespread implementation, that a specific combination of products will accurately diagnose HIV infection, thus reducing the risk of misdiagnosis. The toolkit aims to provide countries with the tools and content needed to effectively conduct a local verification assessment to update national HIV testing algorithms following WHO recommendations on HIV testing strategies. The toolkit consists of (1) a generic assessment protocol that can be adapted and submitted for local ethical clearance; (2) a test selection tool to assist with the selection of WHO prequalified HIV assays based on performance and operational characteristics; (3) a Gantt chart to plan and schedule the different project implementation activities; (4) a general budget required to conduct this assessment; (5) a checklist of test kits, consumables and supplies needed for placing a purchase order and; (6) a database to assist with data analysis.