Features of RNTCP A/E :
RNTCP is not included in NRHM.
Under the RNTCP active case finding is not pursued. Case finding is passive.
Dots agents are Teachers, anganwadi workers, dais, ex-patients, social workers etc.
The RNTCP-Designated microscopy centers in each district are the peripheral laboratories. A Designated Microscopy Centre is established for approximately 100,000 population (50,000 in tribal and mountainous areas).
Achievement of at least 85% cure rate is a salient feature of RNTCP.
Active case findings is not done
Included in NRHM in 2005
Teachers act as DOTS agent
Microscopy centre is established/1 Lac