Discovering the National Reference Laboratories in the Philippines

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Which institute is the NRL for dengue, influenza, TB, and other mycobacteria?

RITM

Which institute is the NRL for environment and Occupational Health?

EAMC

Which institute is the NRL for Hematology, Immunohematology, and Immunopathology?

NKTI

Which laboratory is the NRL for Anatomic Pathology and Biochemistry?

LCP

What are satellite testing sites?

Laboratories that perform laboratory examinations under the administrative control of a licensed laboratory but outside the physical confines of the laboratory

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National Reference Laboratories (NRLs)

  • The NRL for dengue, influenza, TB, and other mycobacteria is the National Institute of Virology (NIV).
  • The NRL for environment and Occupational Health is the National Institute of Occupational Health (NIOH).
  • The NRL for Hematology, Immunohematology, and Immunopathology is the Institute of Immunohaematology (IIH).
  • The NRL for Anatomic Pathology and Biochemistry is the National Institute of Pathology (NIP).

Satellite Testing Sites

  • Satellite testing sites are remote laboratories that are connected to NRLs and provide testing facilities for a specific geographic area.

Test your knowledge on the different National Reference Laboratories (NRLs) in the Philippines, including RITM and EAMC. Explore their areas of expertise in diseases such as dengue, influenza, tuberculosis, malaria, and more. Learn about their roles in confirmatory testing for blood donors and units, as well as their focus on environmental and occupational health.

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