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Under the Microscope: A Closer Look at CDC’s Tuberculosis Laboratory

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Under the Microscope: A Closer Look at CDC’s Tuberculosis Laboratory

The infographic explains how the CDC's TB laboratory supports health departments, shares the laboratory's mission, details laboratory partnerships, and more.

Author:

CDC NCHHSTP Division of Tuberculosis Elimination

Audiences:

General Public, Health Professionals, Lab Personnel

Topic:

Diagnosis, Diagnosis- Laboratory Procedures

Country of Origin:

United States

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