A study to better understand under-utilization of laboratory tests for antenatal care in Senegal.

Michaël Boele van HensbroekAicha SarrWinny KosterLouis DelormeSouleymane DialloJean SakandeConstance SchultszChristophe LonguetAhmad Iyane SowPascale Ondoa

Published in: PloS one (2020)

Our study illustrates challenges to test uptake even when laboratory testing capacity is in place, with large differences between facilities, and underscores the importance of management, policy, and the importance of considering local context in order to improve service delivery to expectant mothers.

Keyphrases

healthcare
mental health
pregnant women
public health
palliative care
quality improvement
preterm birth
chronic pain