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Technical Guide: Sputum Examination for Tuberculosis by Direct Microscopy in Low-Income Countries

Author: International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease
Recommended citation: International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease. Technical Guide: Sputum Examination for Tuberculosis by Direct Microscopy in Low-Income Countries . 2000. http://www.tbonline.info/media/uploads/documents/iuatld_afb_microscopy_guide.pdf.
Published: 2000

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A technical guide for sputum smear microscopy, initiated by the International Union against Tuberculosis, is designed to be an easy to use reference standard for the collection, storage and transport of sputum specimens and for the examination of sputum smears by direct microscopy. This edition includes updates addressing bio-safety and quality assurance aspects of sputum smear microscopy.
Tags: Diagnostics