Global laboratory initiative tool for a stepwise process towards tuberculosis laboratory accreditation [Correspondence]

Quality laboratory services are essential for high quality, cost-effective health care. The need to use a laboratory systems approach, focusing on quality management systems (QMS) and accreditation standards, is now well recognized, super(1) as it can provide vital information for proper planning and utilization of health resources, which is critical in resource-limited settings. Accreditation also provides the credibility necessary to assure program investments in laboratory strengthening.