External quality assessment of the entomological identification of triatomines in the network of public laboratories in Rondônia, Brazil
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
; Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop;56: e0211, 2023. tab, graf
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ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT Background:
An external quality assessment on the identification of triatomines within the laboratory network in the state of Rondônia.Methods:
Seven laboratories participated in this evaluation. Each was provided with support materials and nine insects from the Hemiptera order for identification.Results:
All samples were accurately identified at the species level. However, correct sex identification was achieved for only 79% of the samples. The most significant challenges were encountered in determining the sex of predators, phytophagous species, Rhodnius robustus, and Rhodnius pictipes.Conclusions:
The identified shortcomings can inform enhancements in vector control programs for Chagas disease.
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Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
Asunto de la revista:
MEDICINA TROPICAL
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2023
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Article
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Brasil