# WHO issues guidance on evidence for new tuberculosis diagnostics

> WHO published its first guidance on generating evidence for new tuberculosis diagnostic tests, sample types and testing strategies. It advises researchers, developers and funders on studies that can inform WHO guidelines.

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- Published: 2026-10-21T19:51:53+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-21T19:51:53+00:00
- Event / data period: 2026-10-21
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It covers diagnostic accuracy study design, participant selection, sample size, reporting and outcomes important to patients. WHO says earlier research often lacked information on feasibility, equity and cost-effectiveness.

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| date | label | description | status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-21 | Guidance publication | Guidance on evidence for new tuberculosis diagnostics was published. | occurred |

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## Sources

- [World Health Organization](<https://www.who.int/news/item/21-10-2026-who-launches-guidance-on-evidence-generation-for-new-tb-diagnostics>) (Source checked: 2026-10-21; Published: 2026-10-21)

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