152 Chapter 4 Implications for research This study identified required knowledge components for guideline panel members to develop healthcare related testing recommendations in guidelines. Next steps are (a) to assess the variation in knowledge of guideline panel members in order to offer suitable training and (b) to define required knowledge for guideline methodologists and guideline panel chairs involved in developing healthcare related testing recommendations. Conclusion This study defined the minimum knowledge required for guideline panel members involved in the development of guideline recommendations about healthcare related testing. The key component is the test-management pathway concept, which helps focussing on people-important outcomes. Other required components, such as the ability to formulate a health question concerning the benefit of a test, fit in this concept. The results of this study provide input to design specific training programs for guideline panel members when developing healthcare related testing recommendations.
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