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Introduction to Tuberculosis Genotyping

Slide Set
Introduction to Tuberculosis Genotyping

The purpose of the Introduction to Tuberculosis Genotyping slide set is to provide basic education on tuberculosis (TB) genotyping and how it can be useful in TB prevention and control activities. The presentation is estimated to take about 30 minutes. The facilitator guide is to be used in conjunction with the Introduction to Tuberculosis Genotyping slide set to provide suggested wording to reinforce the messages in the presentation.

Author:

CDC NCHHSTP Division of Tuberculosis Elimination, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Center for HIV/AIDS Viral Hepatitis STD and TB Prevention, Division of Tuberculosis Elimination

Audiences:

Lab Personnel

Topic:

General TB Information

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