The BU-LABNET has launched the second round external quality assessment (EQA) Program.

Proficiency testing samples have been shipped through DHL to 14 participating laboratories in the WHO African Region. As of 30 July 2022, all the laboratories had received the panels and are currently testing them for result submission on the 30 August 2022.

The purpose of the EQA program is to assess laboratory performance for diagnosis of Buruli Ulcer through a centralized coordinating system within laboratories in the BU Lab Network.