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    From Collecting, preserving and shipping specimens for the diagnosis of avian influenza A(H5N1) virus infection, Guide for field operations, October 2006...

    Annex 4. Content of the WHO AI Investigation Kit

    Boot covers, disposable, standard size -- Pairs -- 30
    Spray, antifog -- 5
    Handwash, alcoholic, antiseptic and skin protective -- 5
    Goggles, clear screen, reusable -- 15
    Plastic bags, biohazard, 100pcs/roll -- Roll -- 1
    Face mask N95/FFP2, cup and folded model -- 60
    Overall, complete with head cover, Cat III CE 0120 resistant to penetration by liquid. Particle tight, limited splash tight. Sizes M, L, XL -- 30 (10 of each size)
    Gloves, examination, non sterile, sizes S, M, L -- Box of 50 pairs -- 3 (1 box of each size)
    WHO labelled adhesive tape -- Roll -- 5
    Bio-packaging (inner and outer unit) 1.5L with ice pack -- Set of 1
    Viral transport media, tubes -- 20
    Pernasal swabs, sterile, plastic shaft -- 20
    Dacron swabs, sterile, plastic shaft -- 20
    Tamiflu? (oseltamivir) antiviral rug, 75mg, 10 capsules/box (Expiry date Nov 2010) -- Boxes -- 30

    Technical documentation supporting the kit:

    1. WHO guidelines fo rinvestigation of human cases of avian influenza A(H5N1)
    2. Tamiflu? - technical information and post exposure prophylaxis regimen
    3. PPE guidance (Influenza H5N1: Infection Control Measures to Prevent Transmission
    within Health Care Settings)
    4. Guidance on collection of specimens (this document).

    For information on how to obtain these kits please contact your local WHO office.



    There are several annexes numbered 1-11 (there's no number 10) -- simply change the annex number in the URL to see each one.
    ...when you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth. - Sherlock Holmes
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