Perspectives on introduction and implementation of new point-of-care diagnostic tests.
J Infect Dis
; 205 Suppl 2: S181-90, 2012 May 15.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-22402038
ABSTRACT
In recent years, there has been significant investment from both the private and public sectors in the development of diagnostic technologies to meet the need for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and tuberculosis testing in low-resource settings. Future investments should ensure that the most appropriate technologies are adopted in settings where they will have a sustainable impact. Achieving these aims requires the involvement of many stakeholders, as their needs, operational constraints, and priorities are often distinct. Here, we discuss these considerations from different perspectives representing those of various stakeholders involved in the development, introduction, and implementation of diagnostic tests. We also discuss some opportunities to address these considerations.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Tuberculosis
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HIV Infections
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Point-of-Care Systems
Type of study:
Diagnostic_studies
Aspects:
Determinantes_sociais_saude
Limits:
Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
J Infect Dis
Year:
2012
Document type:
Article
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