A framework for the assessment and implementation of diagnostics in outbreak situations
Observation: Outbreak situations require in vitro diagnostics (IVDs) to identify those who are infected and to track the infectious agent in the population. However, such IVDs are typically not available and must be developed. In addition, the process of IVD development, assessment, and implementati...
Main Author: | Elliot P. Cowan |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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AOSIS
2016-10-01
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Series: | African Journal of Laboratory Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://ajlmonline.org/index.php/ajlm/article/view/494 |
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