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  • Epidemiology
  • Health Systems Strengthening

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  • The 2014-2016 West Africa Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreak highlighted weaknesses in Guinea's national laboratory system.
  • Strengthening disease surveillance and diagnostic capabilities was identified as a national priority by the Ministry of Health (MOH).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and pilot a national specimen referral system in Guinea.
  • To enhance the detection and confirmation of priority diseases through improved laboratory connectivity.

Main Methods:

  • Development and approval of a national specimen referral policy.
  • Pilot implementation of the specimen referral system in three prefectures, modeled on the national policy.

Main Results:

  • Successful execution of a project to create a national specimen referral system.
  • Demonstrated feasibility of building sustainable health system capacity during and after public health emergencies.

Conclusions:

  • The project successfully established a national specimen referral system, enhancing Guinea's disease surveillance and diagnostic capabilities.
  • Lessons learned provide a framework for strengthening national health systems for future public health emergencies.