Title: Laboratory capacity building for the International health regulations (IHR[2005]) in resource-poor countries : the experience of the African field epidemiology network (AFENET)

Authors: Masanza, Monica Musenero

Place: [London]

Publisher: BioMed central

Year: 2010

Journal: BMC Public health

Volume: vol. 10, Suppl. 1

PAGE: --

Subject: Laboratory Quality Strengthening

Keywords: health services, scientific facilities, capacity building, africa

Abstract: This paper discusses some of the efforts made by the African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) in supporting laboratory capacity development in the Africa region, including specific projects that focus on strengthening laboratory management towards accreditation and external quality assurance.

URL: http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/10/S1/S8

Document type: E-article