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Table 1 Recommendations for implementing a drug resistance survey

From: Implementation of a national anti-tuberculosis drug resistance survey in Tanzania

Ensure ongoing commitment for the study from key stakeholders

Train personnel only when the study can start directly after the training

Prepare detailed SOPs at the laboratory including recording procedures

Make cluster-specific arrangements for sample shipmen

Ensure enough personnel to perform monitoring visits right from the start

Ensure availability of all required laboratory equipment in relation to specimen load.

Pre-test data capture forms

Train or retrain data entry clerks in study-specific procedures

Involve an experienced data manager for ongoing data management

Ensure early and regular transport of strains for rechecking to the supra-national laboratory

Ensure collaboration with a research institutions to adequately make use of available resources