Guidelines for Laboratory and Field-testing of Long-lasting Insecticidal Nets

The document describes laboratory and small- and large-scale field studies undertaken to determine the efficacy and operational acceptability of LNs.

The purpose of this document is to provide specific, standardized procedures and guidelines for testing LNs for personal protection and malaria vector control. It is intended to harmonize testing procedures in order to generate data for registration and labelling of such products by national authorities and provide a framework for industry in developing novel LN products.

Capacity building

  • Sub-categories Malaria
  • Commodities Diagnostics, Indoor Residual Spraying, Mosquito nets
  • Latest update 2003
  • Version 2
  • Developed by WHO/OMS
  • When to use The document describes laboratory and small- and large-scale field studies undertaken to determine the efficacy and operational acceptability of LNs. The purpose of this document is to provide specific, standardized procedures and guidelines for testing LNs for personal protection and malaria vector control. It is intended to harmonize testing procedures in order to generate data for registration and labelling of such products by national authorities and provide a framework for industry in developing novel LN products.
  • Languages English
  • Level of use Central, District, Facility, Regional
  • Form pdf document
  • Amount of training / TA required n/a
  • Inputs & outputs n/a
  • Cost free
  • Advantages n/a
  • Limitations n/a
  • Availability http://apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/10665/80270/1/9789241505277_eng.pdf
  • Remarks Dr Rajpal S. Yadav (WHO)
  • Contact yadavraj@who.int
  • Submission date 2013-05-01 17:51:27