World Health Organization - Pathogen X Ag-RDT validation protocol

Developed within the WHO Unity Studies framework, this protocol provides guidance for the analytical and clinical validation of antigen-detecting rapid diagnostic tests (Ag-RDTs) for respiratory pathogens with pandemic potential (Pathogen X). It aims to support the rapid generation of standardized, rigorous and comparable evidence on the performance of point-of-care diagnostic tests during epidemics and pandemics. The protocol addresses the need for timely and harmonized evaluation of novel Ag-RDTs to facilitate evidence synthesis and inform regulatory and public health decision-making during outbreak response.

Trans.Lieu was engaged to carry out technical editing as well as develop the style, design and layout of this protocol. The full publication can be downloaded here: Pathogen X Ag-RDT validation protocol

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Client: World Health Organization

Services: Graphic design and layout

Year: 2026