An Activist’s Guide to Tuberculosis Diagnostic Tools

An Activist’s Guide to Tuberculosis Diagnostic Tools

Author: Treatment Action Group (TAG)
Publication Date: 2020
Country of Origin: United States
Format: Book
Language: English

Abstract

This guide details the latest WHO recommendations, TB diagnostic tools, and how these diagnostic tools should be used in country programs. The guide also provides activists with the information needed to advocate for access to TB diagnostic testing.

Publisher:

Treatment Action Group

Audience(s):

Health Professionals, International Agencies, Policy Makers

Topic:

Advocacy/Communications, Diagnosis- Chest X-Ray, Diagnosis- Culture Examination, Diagnosis- Laboratory Procedures, TB Skin Test, Diagnosis- Sputum Smear Examination, Extrapulmonary TB, Treatment Guidelines Materials, HIV Co-infection

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