WHO and the International Atomic Energy Agency jointly developed these technical specifications in part to support TB outreach activities. X-ray technology has come a long way in the past decades. Entire X-ray systems are now compact enough to be carried by one person in a backpack. Low-dose radiation permits X-ray use in a variety of settings. These specifications are a step forward for the regulatory environment to keep pace with technological progress.

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