Advantages and pitfalls of molecular methods for diagnosis of infectious diseases
Comparison of automated PCR based test systems including LightCycler, SmartCycler and TaqMan
Environmental sampling for anthrax and other biologic agents that pose risk of deliberate use
Evaluation and specification of laboratory equipment for diagnostic testing of infectious diseases
Evaluation of rapid test methods in the clinical setting
Field and laboratory surveillance of mosquito-borne diseases
Laboratory diagnosis of anthrax and smallpox
Laboratory surveillance and diagnosis of multidrug resistant tuberculosis disease
Providing laboratory training programs in developing countries
The application of molecular-based test methods in epidemiologic investigations
Use of rapid HIV tests in developing countries
Viral load testing for monitoring clinical condition and treatment decisions
An entire session may be arranged by anyone wishing to organize a session. Submit a brief description of the proposed session along with suggested presenters.
Program Planner Contact Information: Ralph Timperi MPH Massachusetts State Laboratory Institute 305 South Street Boston, MA 02130 Phone: 617/983-6201 Fax: 617/983-6927 ralph.timperi@state.ma.us