The Global One Health initiative (GOHi) facilitated preventive maintenance and calibration of five QuantStudio 5 PCR machines to ensure continued reliability and optimal performance of critical PCR systems used in molecular diagnostics. Calibrating these machines, which are located at the Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI) National Influenza Center and in four regional laboratories in Arba Minch, Addis Ababa, Adama and Bahir Dar, significantly contributes to strengthening the decentralization of the country’s molecular laboratory network, which is essential for timely outbreak detection, control and response across Ethiopia.
In addition to equipment calibration, hands-on training was provided to 14 professionals including biomedical engineers and laboratory experts. The training focused on calibration techniques, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting, thereby building local expertise and contributing to long-term sustainability of diagnostic services in the country.
Beyond the benefit to Ethiopia, comprehensive diagnostic equipment calibration, maintenance and workforce development contributes towards saving lives globally and preventing infectious disease outbreaks.
The maintenance and training were completed in collaboration with the Ethiopian Public Health institute, and with financial support from the U.S. CDC through the Global Health Security project.