discuss their functions/ services in brief. 

Discuss the C&DST Labs in the context of the Lab Network. Enumerate functions and services expected from a C&DST Lab. Discuss the NTEP accreditation and how QA is maintained by NRLs at a C&DST Lab.

Describe NAAT labs in the context of the Lab network and the two types (CBNAAT and TruNat). Mention the roles present there (LT and MO) and the services they provide.

Describe what a sputum collection centre/ point is(where it is situated and what are the requirements) and discuss the need to have designated points for sputum collection?

1. Provide an overview of the CBNAAT- Fully automated (GeneXpert) platform and that it uses RTPCR as the base molecular technology. Describe the name CBNAAT and discuss the use of the word cartridge.
2. Discuss the important advantages of the platform.
   1. Rapid test with high reliability
   2. Automated test
   3. The type of cartridge would determine the test/ assay that would be performed.
3. Discuss the parts of a CBNAAT machine and the various configurations it comes in. 
4. Mention that they can identify the nearest CB

1. Provide an overview of the Truenat platform-  An indigenous test rapid molecular test to be used at the point of care. It uses RTPCR as the base molecular technology. 
2. Discuss the important advantages of the platform.
   1. Rapid test 
   2. Point of care and battery operated
   3. The type of Kit used would determine the test/ assay that would be performed.
3. Discuss the parts of a Truenat machine and the various configurations it comes in. 

The learner will be able to outline the various roles (LT, Treatment supporter, health staff, pharmacist, etc.) to manage patient data in Nikshay

Describe the various IDs that are present in Nikshay and their purpose

1. Patient ID
2. EpisodeID
3. TestID
4. TransferID
5. Others (SampleID, BenefitID, BeneficiaryID, etc. )

The learner will be able to identify and recall the items on the Nikshay web and mobile interfaces.

The learner will be able to
- Recognise TB Arogya Sathi Application as the citizen interface for the National Programme
- Discuss the features the app offers all citizens and
- Discuss the details person with TB can access on the app.