title: Global laboratory systems development: needs and approaches.
abstract: Functional laboratory systems are a key component of country health care systems. Laboratory strengthening in resource-limited countries has been supported by disease-specific vertical programs that have focused on laboratory methods, procedures, and supplies for a country program, and providing training in performing tests. A health systems focus requires attention to regulations, management of national systems, national approaches to quality assurance, and education of laboratory scientists. An immediate focus of resources on the components required for a functioning system and continued technical support will enable countries to assume responsibility for their country-specific needs and improve their capability to address international responsibilities.
authors: Laboratory Systems Development, Department of Global Health, International Training and Education Center for Health, University of Washington, 901 Boren Avenue, Suite 1100, Seattle, WA 98104, USA. RMartin1@u.washington.edu
authors: Robert
authors: R
authors: Martin
authors: Scott
authors: S
authors: Barnhart
mesh_terms: D003906:Developing Countries; D014943:Global Health; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand / Q000458:organization & administration / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D038622:Internationality; D007753:Laboratories / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000592:standards*; D017056:Medical Laboratory Personnel / Q000193:education*; D011785:Quality Assurance, Health Care / Q000592:standards; D011786:Quality Control; D014481:United States