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Lessons from the Field

 
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Vol 12, No 1 (2023) An assessment of the laboratory network in Ghana: A national-level ATLAS survey (2019–2020) Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   ONLINE SUPPL DOC 1   PDF
Emma E. Kploanyi, Joseph Kenu, Benedicta K. Atsu, David A. Opare, Franklin Asiedu-Bekoe, Lee F. Schroeder, David W. Dowdy, Alfred E. Yawson, Ernest Kenu
 
Vol 12, No 1 (2023) Building clinical pharmacology laboratory capacity in low- and middle-income countries: Experience from Uganda Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Denis Omali, Allan Buzibye, Richard Kwizera, Pauline Byakika-Kibwika, Rhoda Namakula, Joshua Matovu, Olive Mbabazi, Emmanuel Mande, Christine Sekaggya-Wiltshire, Damalie Nakanjako, Ursula Gutteck, Keith McAdam, Philippa Easterbrook, Andrew Kambugu, Jan Fehr, Barbara Castelnuovo, Yukari C. Manabe, Mohammed Lamorde, Daniel Mueller, Concepta Merry
 
Vol 11, No 1 (2022) Tuberculosis-loop-mediated isothermal amplification implementation in Cameroon: Challenges, lessons learned and recommendations Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Valerie F. Donkeng-Donfack, Suzanne M. Ongoulal, Yvonne J. Djieugoue, Yannick K. Simo, Henri Manga, Danielle A.D. Tollo, Edwige M.A. Belinga, Vincent Mbassa, Jean L. Abena, Sara Eyangoh
 
Vol 11, No 1 (2022) COVID-19 mass testing and sequencing: Experiences from a laboratory in Western Kenya Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
John N. Waitumbi, Esther Omuseni, Josphat Nyataya, Clement Masakhwe, Faith Sigei, Allan Lemtudo, George Awinda, Eric Muthanje, Brian Andika, Rachel Githii, Rehema Liyai, Gathii Kimita, Beth Mutai
 
Vol 11, No 1 (2022) Challenges with the pursuit of ISO 15189 accreditation in a public health laboratory in Ghana Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Seth Attoh, Francis K.M. Tetteh, Mary McAddy, Kingsley Ackah, Richmond Kyei, Marcus Moroti, Cynthia Boateng, Laurinda Adusu-Donkor, Joseph Boafo, Alhassan Yakubu, Sarah Kwao, Emmanuel Sarkodie, Nana-Banyin Koranteng, Monica A. Addo, Frederick Hobenu, Kwasi Agyeman-Bediako, Raymond D. Fatchu
 
Vol 11, No 1 (2022) Practical tips to using formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissue archives for molecular diagnostics in a South African setting Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   ONLINE APP. 1   ONLINE APP. 2   ONLINE APP. 3   ONLINE APP. 4   PDF
Barbara S. van Deventer, Lorraine du Toit-Prinsloo, Chantal van Niekerk
 
Vol 11, No 1 (2022) Strengthening laboratory networks in the Central Africa region: A milestone for epidemic preparedness and response Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Patrick A. Njukeng, Charles Njumkeng, Callistus Ntongowa, Mohammed Abdulaziz
 
Vol 10, No 1 (2021) African countries established COVID-19 testing in one month: Here’s how they did it Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Timothy Amukele, Ryland N. Spence
 
Vol 10, No 1 (2021) The deployment of mobile diagnostic laboratories for Ebola virus disease diagnostics in Sierra Leone and Guinea Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Lance D. Presser, Jeanette Coffin, Lamine Koivogui, Allan Campbell, Julian Campbell, Fatmata Barrie, Jone Ngobeh, Zein Souma, Samuel Sorie, Doris Harding, Alimou Camara, Pepe Tohonamou, Basala Traore, Frank A. Hamill, Joe Bogan, Sharon Altmann, Casey Ross, Jay Mansheim, Robert Hegerty, Scott Poynter, Scott Shearrer, Carmen Asbun, Brendan Karlstrand, Phil Davis, Jane Alam, David Roberts, Paul D. Stamper, Jean Ndjomou, Nadia Wauquier, Mohamed Koroma, Alhaji Munu, Jason McClintock, Mar Mar, True Burns, Stephen Krcha
 
Vol 10, No 1 (2021) Strategic site selection for placement of HIV early infant diagnosis point-of-care technology within a national diagnostic network in Lesotho Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Anafi Mataka, Esther A.J. Tumbare, Tsietso Motsoane, David Holtzman, Monkoe Leqheka, Kolisang Phatsoane, Emma Sacks, Anthony Isavwa, Appolinaire Tiam
 
Vol 10, No 1 (2021) Adaptation of an electronic dashboard to monitor HIV viral load testing in Côte d’Ivoire Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Mary Kirk, Paul H. Assoa, Casey Iiams-Hauser, Yves-Rolland Kouabenan, Jennifer Antilla, Caleb Steele-Lane, Greg Rossum, Pascal Komena, Patricia Sadate Ngatchou, Nadine Abiola, Alain Kouakou, Adama Pongathie, Jean B. Koffi, Christiane Adje, Lucy A. Perrone
 
Vol 10, No 1 (2021) Setting up a molecular diagnostic laboratory for SARS-CoV-2 testing: Experience of a single centre in a resource-constrained setting Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Iriagbonse I. Osaigbovo, Isaac O. Igbarumah, Ekene B. Muoebonam, Darlington E. Obaseki
 
Vol 10, No 1 (2021) From benchmarking to best practices: Lessons from the laboratory quality improvement programme at the military teaching hospital in Cotonou, Benin Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Alban Zohoun, Tatiana B. Agbodandé, Angélique Kpadé, Raliatou O. Goga, René Gainsi, Paul Balè, Bibata M. Sambo, Remi Charlebois, Rachel Crane, Michele Merkel, Ludovic Anani, Ekaterina Milgotina
 
Vol 9, No 1 (2020) Laboratory organisation and management of SARS-CoV-2 infection in Niger, West Africa Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Abdourahamane Yacouba, Adamou Lagaré, Daouada Alhousseini Maiga, Halimatou Moumouni Sambo, Sani Ousmane, Zelika Hamidou Harouna, Boubacar Marou, Maman K. Sanoussi, Balki Aoula, Ali Amadou, Hassane Boureima, Saidou Amatagas, Abdoulaye Ousmane, Eric Adehossi, Saidou Mamadou
 
Vol 9, No 2 (2020) Driving the usage of tuberculosis diagnostic data through capacity building in low- and middle-income countries Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Natasha Gous, Alaine U. Nyaruhirira, Bradford Cunningham, Chris Macek
 
Vol 9, No 2 (2020) An open-source molecular diagnostic platform approach for outbreak and epidemic preparedness Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Devy M. Emperador, Laura T. Mazzola, Cassandra Kelly-Cirino
 
Vol 9, No 1 (2020) Establishing the College of Pathologists of East, Central and Southern Africa – The Regional East Central and Southern Africa College of Pathology Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Shahin Sayed, Rudo Mutasa, Ephata Kaaya, Victor Mudenda, Erasmus Rajiv, Edda Vuhahula, Jamilla Rajab, Robert Lukande, Edwin Walong, Angela Mutuku, Kenneth Fleming
 
Vol 9, No 1 (2020) Addressing the shortage of pathologists in Africa: Creation of a MMed Programme in Pathology in Zambia Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Victor Mudenda, Evans Malyangu, Shahin Sayed, Kenneth Fleming
 
Vol 9, No 2 (2020) Timely delivery of laboratory efficiency information, Part II: Assessing the impact of a turn-around time dashboard at a high-volume laboratory Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Naseem Cassim, Lindi M. Coetzee, Manfred E. Tepper, Louella Perelson, Deborah K. Glencross
 
Vol 9, No 2 (2020) Timely delivery of laboratory efficiency information, Part I: Developing an interactive turnaround time dashboard at a high-volume laboratory Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Naseem Cassim, Manfred E. Tepper, Lindi M. Coetzee, Deborah K. Glencross
 
Vol 9, No 1 (2020) H3Africa partnerships to empower clinical research sites to generate high-quality biological samples Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Talishiea Croxton, Ndidi Agala, Emmanuel Jonathan, Olasinbo Balogun, Petronilla J. Ozumba, Enzenwa Onyemata, Shefiya Lawal, Manmak Mamven, Samuel Ajayi, Sylvia E. Melikam, Mayowa Owolabi, Bruce Ovbiagele, Dwomoa Adu, Akinlolu Ojo, Christine Beiswanger, Alash'le Abimiku
 
Vol 8, No 1 (2019) Design and implementation of a clinical laboratory information system in a low-resource setting Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   ONLINE APP. 1   PDF
Timothy M. Mtonga, Faheema E. Choonara, Jeremy U. Espino, Chimwemwe Kachaje, Kenneth Kapundi, Takondwa E. Mengezi, Soyapi L. Mumba, Gerald P. Douglas
 
Vol 8, No 1 (2019) A comprehensive district-level laboratory intervention after the Ebola epidemic in Sierra Leone Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Annelies W. Mesman, Musa Bangura, Sahr M. Kanawa, Joseph S. Gassimu, Kerry L. Dierberg, Mohamed M. Sheku, J. Daniel Orozco, Regan H. Marsh
 
Vol 8, No 1 (2019) Tropical Laboratory Initiative: An innovative model for laboratory medicine in rural areas Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Zelda R. Moran, Atta B. Frimpong, Pablo Castañeda-Casado, Francis K. Frimpong, Manuela B. de Lorenzo, Yanis Ben Amor
 
Vol 8, No 1 (2019) Medical laboratory accreditation in a resource-limited district health centre laboratory, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Daniel M. Desalegn, Boja D. Taddese, Nebiyou Yemanebrhane, Mulye S. Getahun, Kumera T. Kitila, Tariku T. Dinku, Kassahun D. Asferie, Elizabeth A. Wolde, Gemechis B. Tura, Tilahun B. Mersha, Alemayhu W. Rorissa, Daniel D. Wondimagegnehu, Tinsae K. Hailu, Abrham T. Bika
 
Vol 8, No 1 (2019) Blueprint for building a biorepository in a resource-limited setting that follows international best practices Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Alash'le G. Abimiku, Talishea Croxton, Petronilla J. Ozumba, Ndidi Agala, Olasinbo Balogun, Emmanuel Jonathan, Enzenwa Onyemata, Kachimi Ndifon, Sunji Nadoma, Thankgod Anazodo, Sam Peters, Christine M. Beiswanger
 
Vol 8, No 1 (2019) Strengthening laboratory capacity for detection of respiratory viral pathogens through the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) framework Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Brett Whitaker, Karen A. Alroy, Erica Guthrie, Sarah Schildecker, Susan Hiers, Jill Woodard, S. Arunmozhi Balajee
 
Vol 8, No 1 (2019) Development and validation of a high performance liquid chromatography method to determine nevirapine in plasma in a resource-limited setting Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Faithful Makita-Chingombe, Andrew J. Ocque, Robin DiFrancesco, Charles Maponga, Farai Muzambi, Tsitsi G. Monera-Penduka, Tinashe Mudzviti, Takudzwa J. Mtisi, Gene D. Morse
 
Vol 7, No 2 (2018) Antimicrobial resistance surveillance in Ethiopia: Implementation experiences and lessons learned Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Rajiha A. Ibrahim, Amete M. Teshal, Surafel F. Dinku, Negga A. Abera, Abebe A. Negeri, Feven G. Desta, Eyasu T. Seyum, Adugna W. Gemeda, Wubshet M. Keficho
 
Vol 7, No 2 (2018) Leveraging donor support to develop a national antimicrobial resistance policy and action plan: Ghana’s success story Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Japheth A. Opintan
 
Vol 7, No 1 (2018) Implementation of the laboratory quality management system (ISO 15189): Experience from Bugando Medical Centre Clinical Laboratory – Mwanza, Tanzania Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Medard Beyanga, Lisa Gerwing-Adima, Kahima Jackson, Benjamin Majaliwa, Henrico Shimba, Simon Ezekiel, Charles Massambu, Dickson Majige, Michael Mwasegaka, Wilson Mtotela, Patrick Mateta, Christa Kasang
 
Vol 7, No 1 (2018) Strategic establishment of an International Pharmacology Specialty Laboratory in a resource-limited setting Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Takudzwa J. Mtisi, Charles Maponga, Tsitsi G. Monera-Penduka, Tinashe Mudzviti, Dexter Chagwena, Faithful Makita-Chingombe, Robin DiFranchesco, Gene D. Morse
 
Vol 6, No 1 (2017) Task-shifting point-of-care CD4+ testing to lay health workers in HIV care and treatment services in Namibia Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Francina Kaindjee-Tjituka, Souleymane Sawadogo, Graham Mutandi, Andrew D. Maher, Natanael Salomo, Claudia Mbapaha, Marytha Neo, Anita Beukes, Justice Gweshe, Alexinah Muadinohamba, David W. Lowrance
 
Vol 6, No 1 (2017) Implementing SLMTA in the Kenya National Blood Transfusion Service: lessons learned Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Eric N. Wakaria, Charles O. Rombo, Margaret Oduor, Serah M. Kambale, Kimberly Tilock, Daniel Kimani, Ernest Makokha, Peter M. Mwamba, Jane Mwangi
 
Vol 6, No 2 (2017) Diagnostic system strengthening for drug resistant tuberculosis in Nigeria: impact and challenges Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Gambo Aliyu, Nicholas Ezati, Mosunmola Iwakun, Sam Peters, Alash’le Abimiku
 
Vol 6, No 1 (2017) Implementation of broad screening with Ebola rapid diagnostic tests in Forécariah, Guinea Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Frantz Jean Louis, Jennifer Y. Huang, Yacouba K. Nebie, Lamine Koivogui, Gayatri Jayaraman, Nadine Abiola, Amanda Vansteelandt, Mary C. Worrel, Judith Shang, Louise B. Murphy, David L. Fitter, Barbara J. Marston, Lise Martel
 
Vol 6, No 2 (2017) Developing a customised approach for strengthening tuberculosis laboratory quality management systems toward accreditation Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Heidi Albert, Andre Trollip, Donatelle Erni, Kekeletso Kao
 
Vol 6, No 2 (2017) Mozambique’s journey toward accreditation of the National Tuberculosis Reference Laboratory Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Sofia O. Viegas, Khalide Azam, Carla Madeira, Carmen Aguiar, Carolina Dolores, Ana P. Mandlaze, Patrina Chongo, Jessina Masamha, Daniela M. Cirillo, Ilesh V. Jani, Eduardo S. Gudo
 
Vol 6, No 1 (2017) Development and implementation of the Caribbean Laboratory Quality Management Systems Stepwise Improvement Process (LQMS-SIP) Towards Accreditation Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
George Alemnji, Lisa Edghill, Giselle Guevara, Sacha Wallace-Sankarsingh, Rachel Albalak, Sebastien Cognat, John Nkengasong, Jean-Marc Gabastou
 
Vol 5, No 3 (2016) The laboratory health system and its response to the Ebola virus disease outbreak in Liberia Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Stephen B. Kennedy, Christine L. Wasunna, John B. Dogba, Philip Sahr, Candace B. Eastman, Fatorma K. Bolay, Gloria T. Mason, Mark W.S. Kieh
 
Vol 5, No 3 (2016) Pre-Ebola virus disease laboratory system and related challenges in Liberia Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Stephen B. Kennedy, John B. Dogba, Christine L. Wasunna, Philip Sahr, Candace B. Eastman, Fatorma K. Bolay, Gloria T. Mason, Mark W.S. Kieh
 
Vol 5, No 3 (2016) Stepwise approach for implementation of antimicrobial resistance surveillance in Africa Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Olga Perovic, Constance Schultsz
 
Vol 5, No 3 (2016) Practical recommendations for strengthening national and regional laboratory networks in Africa in the Global Health Security era Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Michele Best, Jean Sakande
 
Vol 5, No 3 (2016) A framework for the assessment and implementation of diagnostics in outbreak situations Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Elliot P. Cowan
 
Vol 5, No 3 (2016) A new matrix for scoring the functionality of national laboratory networks in Africa: introducing the LABNET scorecard Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Pascale Ondoa, Tjeerd Datema, Mah-Sere Keita-Sow, Linda Oskam, Jean-Bosco Ndihokubwayo, Jocelyn Isadore, John Nkengasong, Kim Lewis
 
Vol 5, No 2 (2016) The WHO AFRO external quality assessment programme (EQAP): Linking laboratory networks through EQA programmes Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Debrah I. Boeras, Rosanna W. Peeling, Philip Onyebujoh, Ali A. Yahaya, Hieronyma N. Gumede-Moeletsi, Jean B. Ndihokubwayo
 
Vol 5, No 2 (2016) External quality assurance for HIV point-of-care testing in Africa: A collaborative country-partner approach to strengthen diagnostic services Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Debrah I. Boeras, Rosanna W. Peeling
 
Vol 5, No 2 (2016) Data connectivity: A critical tool for external quality assessment Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Ben Cheng, Brad Cunningham, Debrah I. Boeras, Patron Mafaune, Raiva Simbi, Rosanna W. Peeling
 
Vol 5, No 2 (2016) Quality assurance for HIV point-of-care testing and treatment monitoring assays Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Adrienne F.A. Meyers, Paul Sandstrom, Thomas N. Denny, Mackenzie Hurlston, Terry B. Ball, Rosanna W. Peeling, Debrah I. Boeras
 
Vol 5, No 2 (2016) QASI: A collaboration for implementation of an independent quality assessment programme in India Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Adrienne F.A. Meyers, Michèle Bergeron, Madhuri Thakar, Tao Ding, Alexandre Martel, Paul Sandstorm, Bharati Mahajan, Philip Abraham, Sandhya Kabra, Namita Singh, Trevor Peter, Terry B. Ball
 
Vol 5, No 1 (2016) Implementation of the World Health Organization Regional Office for Africa Stepwise Laboratory Quality Improvement Process Towards Accreditation Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Jean-Bosco Ndihokubwayo, Talkmore Maruta, Nqobile Ndlovu, Sikhulile Moyo, Ali Ahmed Yahaya, Sheick Oumar Coulibaly, Francis Kasolo, David Turgeon, Angelii P. Abrol
 
Vol 5, No 1 (2016) Development of immunohistochemistry services for cancer care in western Kenya: Implications for low- and middle-income countries Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Kirtika Patel, R. Matthew Strother, Francis Ndiangui, David Chumba, William Jacobson, Cecelia Dodson, Murray B. Resnic, Randall W. Strate, James W. Smith
 
Vol 3, No 2 (2014) SLIPTA e-Tool improves laboratory audit process in Vietnam and Cambodia Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Thuong T. Nguyen, Barbara McKinney, Antoine Pierson, Khue N. Luong, Quynh T. Hoang, Sandeep Meharwal, Humberto M. Carvalho, Cuong Q. Nguyen, Kim T. Nguyen, Kyle B. Bond
 
Vol 3, No 2 (2014) Attaining ISO 15189 accreditation through SLMTA: A journey by Kenya’s National HIV Reference Laboratory Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Thomas Gachuki, Risper Sewe, Jane Mwangi, David Turgeon, Mary Garcia, Elizabeth T. Luman, Mamo Umuro
 
Vol 3, No 2 (2014) One laboratory’s progress toward accreditation in Tanzania Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Linda R. Andiric, Charles G. Massambu
 
Vol 3, No 2 (2014) The SLMTA programme: Transforming the laboratory landscape in developing countries Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Katy Yao, Talkmore Maruta, Elizabeth T. Luman, John N. Nkengasong
 
Vol 3, No 2 (2014) Training-of-trainers: A strategy to build country capacity for SLMTA expansion and sustainability Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Talkmore Maruta, Katy Yao, Nqobile Ndlovu, Sikhulile Moyo
 
Vol 2, No 1 (2013) Field expansion of DNA polymerase chain reaction for early infant diagnosis of HIV-1: The Ethiopian experience Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Peter Fonjungo, Mulu Girma, Zenebe Melaku, Teferi Mekonen, Amilcar Tanuri, Bereket Hailegiorgis, Belete Tegbaru, Yohannes Mengistu, Aytenew Ashenafi, Wubshet Mamo, Tesfay Abreha, Gudetta Tibesso, Artur Ramos, Gonfa Ayana, Richard Freeman, John N. Nkengasong, Solomon Zewdu, Yenew Kebede, Almaz Abebe, Thomas A. Kenyon, Tsehaynesh Messele
 
Vol 2, No 1 (2013) Setting up a structured laboratory mentoring programme Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Talkmore Maruta, Philip Rotz, Trevor Peter
 
Vol 1, No 1 (2012) Experience of quality management system in a clinical laboratory in Nigeria Abstract   HTML   EPUB   XML   PDF
Rosemary A. Audu, Ugochukwu Sylvester-Ikondu, Chika K. Onwuamah, Olumuyiwa B. Salu, Fehintola A. Ige, Emily Meshack, Maureen Aniedobe, Olufemi S. Amoo, Azuka P. Okwuraiwe, Florence Okhiku, Chika L. Okoli, Emmanuel O. Fasela, Ebenezer O. Odewale, Roseline O. Aleshinloye, Micheal Olatunji, Emmanuel O. Idigbe
 
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