Hepatitis B and C prevalence among the high risk groups of Pakistani population. A cross sectional study |
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Authors: | Abdul Rauf Memon Kashif Shafique Ashraf Memon Agha Umer Draz Mohammad Uzair Abdul Rauf Salahuddin Afsar |
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Affiliation: | 1. Institute of Public Health, Public Health and Surveillance, J. Wytsmanstreet 14, 1050, Brussels, Belgium
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Abstract: | Background Microbiology reference laboratories are critical in the development of high-quality clinical and public health services. In Belgium, the reference laboratories performed their activities on a voluntary basis and lacked a legal status. Methods Pathogens or groups of pathogens necessitating a national reference center (NRC) were prioritized based on diagnostic and epidemiologic relevance. Terms of reference for each of these pathogens were developed. Results Recently, 40 NRCs for different pathogens or groups of pathogens have been installed in Belgium to fulfill the following core functions: offering reference diagnostics, collecting reference materials, sharing information and scientific advice, participating in national and international networks, collaborating with research workgroups, and contributing to surveillance activities. Conclusions These NRCs are important focal points of the national and international network in public health microbiology. |
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Keywords: | Hepatitis B Hepatitis C High Risk Group Pakistan |
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