Course Overview
Point-of-care tests provide an opportunity for providing testing to people who may not otherwise seek testing from medical settings and can enhance linkage to care. This module provides training in the principles of infection control for point-of-care testing and is a prerequisite for further modules that outline the theoretical procedures of each of the assays available within the National Australian Point-of-Care Testing Program.
Target audience: This program is designed for healthcare workers who will perform, or supervise the performance of, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B, or HIV testing using these devices.
Last Updated: 9 September 2024
This activity was developed, supported and funded by the National Australian Hepatitis C Point-of-Care Testing Program through a collaboration between the Kirby Institute at UNSW Sydney, the International Centre for Point-of-Care Testing at Flinders University, St. Vincent’s Centre for Applied Medical Research and ASHM Health.
*The BIOLINE™ HCV Antibody Test and Hepatitis B DETERMINE™ Surface Antigen 2 test) are not yet approved by the Therapeutics Goods Administration and can only be used as part of research studies.
