Challenges and problems in the microbiological diagnosis in diarrhea

Authors

  • Alfredo Guillén Facultad de Tecnología Médica, Universidad Nacional Federico Villarreal. Laboratorio de Microbiología, Clínica San Borja.
  • Johnny Lucho Centro Nacional de Salud Pública, Instituto Nacional de Salud, Lima Perú. Tecnólogo Médico.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17843/rpmesp.2011.281.465

Abstract

Clinical microbiology laboratories in Peru have the task to diagnose the infectious agents present in the clinical samples, for this, they have different tools available; their use depends on having material and human resources. The microbiological laboratory can perform simple and complex tests, depending on the level, the geographical location and the available resources. We mention the problems found with the available laboratory procedures and their potential diagnostic aid. We emphasize the need of having standardised procedures, the continuous education and training of the staff, and the importance of the laboratory network led by the Instituto Nacional de Salud.

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Published

2011-03-31

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Symposium

How to Cite

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Guillén A, Lucho J. Challenges and problems in the microbiological diagnosis in diarrhea. Rev Peru Med Exp Salud Publica [Internet]. 2011 Mar. 31 [cited 2024 Mar. 28];28(1). Available from: https://rpmesp.ins.gob.pe/index.php/rpmesp/article/view/465