Identify the key properties required for ensuring the quality of reagents for the Ziehl-Neelsen (ZN) test.

The learner will be able to 
- Outline responsibilities for indenting supplies at a DMC
- Calculate consumables required at DMC for smear examination 
- Prepare request for laboratory consumables and reagents in monthly reports and 
- Describe the indenting process for supplies at a DMC

The learner will be able to 
- Discuss the details of stock register maintained in DMC
- Explain responsibiliyies for maintenance of stock register and 
- Recall calculation of stocks required at DMC

The learner will be able to list consumables required at the DMC  and their specifications for sputum collection, smear preparation and smear examination.

The learner will be able to indicate the components of Annual Maintenance [AMC] of a Microscope

The learner will be able to 
- Identify common issues with a microscope
- State likely causes and solutions for the issues and
- Recognise issues that need professional servicing

The learner will be able to perform steps of cleaning a microscope.

The learner will be able to store a microscope as per guidelines.

Explain the process of reporting the performance. Annexure M needs to be mentioned

Understand the comprehensive information recorded in a DMC laboratory register.