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The African Journal of Laboratory Medicine focuses on the role of the laboratory and its professionals in the clinical and public healthcare sectors, and is specifically based on an African frame of reference. View our Editorial Team.


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 LATEST ARTICLES

Opinion Paper

 
United States foreign aid freeze: An urgent call to action for support for African national laboratory programmes  
Farouk A. Umaru
16 May 2025

Review Article

 
Narrative review: Continuous professional development training programmes in Africa and their limitations  
Nqobile Ndlovu, Rajiv T. Erasmus, Annalise E. Zemlin
16 May 2025

Editorial

 
Ending nuclear weapons, before they end us  
Kamran Abbasi, Parveen Ali, Virginia Barbour, Marion Birch, Inga Blum, Peter Doherty, Andy Haines, Ira Helfand, Richard Horton, Kati Juva, Jose F. Lapena Jr., Robert Mash, Olga Mironova, Arun Mitra, Carlos Monteiro, Elena N. Naumova, David Onazi, Tilman Ruff, Peush Sahni, James Tumwine, Carlos Umaña, Paul Yonga, Chris Zielinski
15 May 2025

Lessons from the Field

 
Implementation of the laboratory strategic framework to strengthen health laboratory services in Eastern Mediterranean Region, 2016–2023  
Fausta S. Mosha, Rana Hajjeh, Rachel Ochola, Amany Ghoniem, Yvan J.F. Hutin
30 April 2025

Editorial

 
The silent epidemic: Tackling the burden of anaemia in Africa  
Glenda M. Davison
23 April 2025

Original Research

 
Mitigating the risk of tube shortages: A blood collection tube validation study conducted in South Africa  
Marizna Korf, Jody Rusch, Aye Aye Khine, Nalene Strauss, Lourens Jacobsz, Annalise E. Zemlin, Helena Vreede
23 April 2025

Review Article

 
Diagnostic accuracy of real-time polymerase chain reaction assay for the detection of Trichomonas vaginalis in clinical samples: A systematic review and meta-analysis  
Emmanuel O. Babafemi, Benny P. Cherian, Khalid Rahman, Gilbert M. Mogoko, Oluwatoyin O. Abiola
16 April 2025

Original Research

 
Thyroid and reproductive hormonal factors associated with menorrhagia among women in Kenya  
Phidelis M. Marabi, Paul M. Kosiyo, Stanslaus K. Musyoki, Collins Ouma
10 April 2025

Original Research

 
Gamma gap and albumin-globulin ratio show poor sensitivity for monoclonal gammopathy screening in South Africa  
Njabulo Khumalo, Cameron A. Francis, Siphiwe M. Baloyi, Jody A. Rusch
26 March 2025

Case Study

 
Pseudomonocytosis on a Sysmex XN haematology analyser masking the monocytopenia of hairy cell leukaemia in a South African woman  
Stephanie J. Kennedy, Anne-Cecilia Van Marle
25 March 2025
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Notification: Final Article Released!

  

The concluding article of our special collection, 'Transforming African laboratory diagnostic systems through digital technology and artificial intelligence' has been released! Discover ‘Impact of artificial intelligence and digital technology-based diagnostic tools for communicable and non-communicable diseases in Africa’ by Chikwelu L. Obi, Joshua O. Olowoyo, Thembinkosi D. Malevu, Liziwe L. Mugivhisa, Taurai Hungwe, Modupe O. Ogunrombi, Nqobile M. Mkolo for the final perspectives on facilitation of widespread adoption of AI and digital technology in laboratory diagnostics across Africa is critical for maximising patient benefits. Read it now: Transforming African LDS with DT and AI. Thank you for following our special collection. If you’re interested in launching your own, contact special-issues@aosis.co.za

  
Posted: 2024-11-22 More...

Notification: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Research History: Rediscover Timeless Insights

  
Embark on a journey through the annals of research history! Our journal's archives hold a wealth of knowledge waiting to be rediscovered. From pioneering studies to timeless insights, explore the foundations of today's discussions. Join us in celebrating research history and uncovering the gems that continue to shape our understanding.  
Posted: 2024-05-16 More...

Notification: Unlock a wealth of knowledge with our publisher's library of research!

  
Dive deep into the latest findings and discoveries in your field. Browse library.aosis.co.za. Dive deep into the latest findings and discoveries in your field. From groundbreaking studies to insightful analyses, our publisher's library at library.aosis.co.za has it all covered. Explore a wealth of knowledge waiting for you to uncover!  
Posted: 2024-05-16 More...
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