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From: Cost analysis of centralized viral load testing for antiretroviral therapy monitoring in Nicaragua, a low-HIV prevalence, low-resource setting

Figure 3

Relationship between costs and distance. 3A. The distance from home to the SCS for HIV patients in the Atlantic regions. Empty squares represent the direct transportation costs incurred by patients. Filled squares represent fully burdened food, lodging and opportunity costs to patients. 3B. The distance from the SCS to the central testing facility (in Managua). Empty squares represent specimen transport costs. Filled squares represent the cost per viral load test to the healthcare system.

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Journal of the International AIDS Society

ISSN: 1758-2652