Title: A web-based laboratory information system to improve quality of care of tuberculosis patients in Peru : functional requirements, implementation and usage statistics

Authors: Blaya, Joaquin A.

Place: [London]

Publisher: BioMed central

Year: 2007

Journal: BMC Medical informatics and decision making

Volume: vol. 7, no. 33

PAGE: --

Subject: Laboratory Quality Strengthening

Keywords: disease control, tuberculosis, medical care, health information, information systems, scientific facilities, quality control, peru

Abstract: The objective of this paper is to describe the implementation and use of an electronic laboratory information system by the Peruvian public sector, as well as examine the broader issues of implementing such systems in resource-poor settings.

URL: http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6947/7/33

Document type: E-article