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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Disease Control
  • Laboratory Systems

Background:

  • Low- and middle-income countries face a dual burden of high antimicrobial resistance and tuberculosis.
  • Effective laboratory and information systems for tuberculosis control are established in many of these nations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the expansion of existing tuberculosis laboratory systems to include antimicrobial resistance functions.
  • To highlight the benefits of integrating laboratory services for tuberculosis case-finding and overall laboratory capacity.
  • To summarize synergies between tuberculosis and antimicrobial resistance control strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Describing the expansion of tuberculosis laboratory systems for antimicrobial resistance functions.
  • Summarizing high-level strategic synergies between tuberculosis and antimicrobial resistance control.
  • Illustrating practical integration of diagnostic services at the health-service delivery level.

Main Results:

  • Expansion of tuberculosis laboratory systems can enhance diagnostic capabilities for both diseases.
  • Integration offers accelerated diagnostic testing, rational antimicrobial drug use, and optimal resource utilization.
  • Synergies exist for program integration and sharing of expertise.

Conclusions:

  • Integrating antimicrobial resistance functions into tuberculosis laboratory systems presents a viable model for low- and middle-income settings.
  • Potential mutual benefits include improved diagnostics, resource optimization, and strengthened disease control programs.
  • Addressing challenges and creating incentives are crucial for successful integration of vertical disease programs.