Laboratory system strengthening and quality improvement in Ethiopia

• Main Authors: Tilahun M. Hiwotu (Author), Gonfa Ayana (Author), Achamyeleh Mulugeta (Author), Getachew B. Kassa (Author), Yenew Kebede (Author), Peter F. Fonjungo (Author), Gudeta Tibesso (Author), Adino Desale (Author), Adisu Kebede (Author), Wondwossen Kassa (Author), Tesfaye Mekonnen (Author), Katy Yao (Author), Elizabeth T. Luman (Author), Amha Kebede (Author), Mary K. Linde (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: AOSIS, 2014-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: In 2010, a National Laboratory Strategic Plan was set forth in Ethiopia to strengthen laboratory quality systems and set the stage for laboratory accreditation. As a result, the Strengthening Laboratory Management Toward Accreditation (SLMTA) programme was initiated in 45 Ethiopian labor...