NTD Diagnostics and Diagnostic Methods: A Quick Reference Guide

A critical component of NTD control and elimination is determining what populations need treatment and other public health interventions to reduce transmission. Once program efforts are underway, disease levels must be monitored until control and elimination are achieved. Here are the common diagnostic tools and methods used to “map” disease and conduct ongoing disease surveillance. The ENVISION project provides technical assistance and funding to support many of these critical activities led by ministries of health