An Activist’s Guide to the LAM Test
The guide details messaging and strategies to help advocates and activists ensure that the LAM test is made available in-country.
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Rapid Communication: Molecular assays as initial tests for the diagnosis of tuberculosis and rifampicin resistance
This material aims to inform national TB Programmes and other stakeholders about the key implications of the latest evidence on the use of specific molecular assays as initial diagnostic tests of pulmonary and extrapulmonary TB and RR-TB, in adults and children.
Latent Tuberculosis Infection: A Guide for Primary Health Care Providers
The resource is intended for primary care providers who care for individuals and populations who may be at risk for infection with M. tuberculosis. The guide includes latent TB infection diagnosis and treatment information, sample documentation forms, and additional resources.
Isikhwehlela esiFaneleyo, Ukuhlolwa okuqondileyo [Sputum Collection]
In this video, viewers are taught what sputum is and the steps to collect a good sample for TB diagnostic purposes. The video can be shown prior to submitting sputum (e.g., spot samples, home visits, morning samples).
Gararwa Chairo, Kuongororwa Chaiko [Sputum Collection]
In this video, viewers are taught what sputum is and the steps to collect a good sample for TB diagnostic purposes. The video can be shown prior to submitting sputum (e.g., spot samples, home visits, morning samples).
Icikola cisuma imicecetele yabulwele iilungami [Sputum Collection]
In this video, viewers are taught what sputum is and the steps to collect a good sample for TB diagnostic purposes. The video can be shown prior to submitting sputum (e.g., spot samples, home visits, morning samples).
Nangudumula wokota, onolagia Pama [Sputum Collection]
In this video, viewers are taught what sputum is and the steps to collect a good sample for TB diagnostic purposes. The video can be shown prior to submitting sputum (e.g., spot samples, home visits, morning samples).
Xikhohlolo xa kahle, Xikambelo xinene [Sputum Collection]
In this video, viewers are taught what sputum is and the steps to collect a good sample for TB diagnostic purposes. The video can be shown prior to submitting sputum (e.g., spot samples, home visits, morning samples).
Nralala nooloka, Ewehoweheryo osuwela yoorathela [Sputum Collection]
In this video, viewers are taught what sputum is and the steps to collect a good sample for TB diagnostic purposes. The video can be shown prior to submitting sputum (e.g., spot samples, home visits, morning samples).
Latent TB Infection Testing and Treatment: Summary of U.S. Recommendations
This material summarizes the U.S. recommendations for latent TB infection testing and treatment. The document includes information on who should be tested for TB infection, recommended treatment regimens for latent TB infection, and more.