External quality assessment of the entomological identification of triatomines in the network of public laboratories in Rondônia, Brazil

Background: An external quality assessment on the identification of triatomines within laboratory network in state Rondônia. Methods: Seven laboratories participated this evaluation. Each was provided with support materials and nine insects from Hemiptera order for identification. Results: All samples were accurately identified at species level. However, correct sex achieved only 79% samples. The most significant challenges encountered determining predators, phytophagous species, Rhodnius robustus, pictipes. Conclusions: shortcomings can inform enhancements vector control programs Chagas disease.