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Various HANC-coordinated laboratory working groups and committees work to harmonize procedures for use at multi-affiliated laboratories in order to reduce redundancy, increase efficiency and clarify expectations.
TB Sourcebook
The TB Sourcebook details essential technical components (Key Elements) of mycobacteriology laboratory procedures for laboratories participating in TB clinical trials sponsored by the ACTG and IMPAACT. More information
Cross-Network PBMC Processing SOP
Use of the Cross-Network PBMC Processing SOP is required for all laboratories cryopreserving PBMC for ACTG, IMPAACT, HPTN, HVTN and MTN. More information
Cross-Network Cold Chain Guidelines
The Cross-Network Cold Chain Guidelines describe guidance for utilizing and maintaining optimal cold chain temperature of specimens during retrieval or shipment. These guidelines are meant to supplement the Cross-Network PBMC Processing SOP.
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Capturing Participant Data for Mucosal Sample Interpretation
This guide is intended as a user-friendly resource and quick-reference index, listing many of the participant characteristics that may be collected during clinical trialsinvolving mucosal sampling. More information
ACTG/IMPAACT Laboratory Manual
The ACTG/IMPAACT Lab Technologist Committee develops and maintains a variety of laboratory SOPs.
Current Laboratory Manual SOPs
ACTG/IMPAACT FBS Ordering Procedure
ACTG and IMPAACT laboratories must use approved FBS for culture experiments and PBMC cryopreservation. More information
ACTG/IMPAACT Shipping Information
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