2020
DOI: 10.1186/s40249-020-00702-6
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Evaluating the implementation of rapid diagnostic tests in a malaria elimination setting

Abstract: Background It was recommended that malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) should be available in all epidemiological situations. But evidence was limited on the implementation of RDTs and its effectiveness in malaria elimination settings. This study examined the implementation of RDTs and how it affected the diagnosis of imported malaria patients in Jiangsu Province, China. Methods To scale up RDTs, this study developed an intervention package with four major elements co… Show more

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“…Microscopy is still the gold standard method for malaria diagnosis ( 17 ), although it is time-consuming and requires extensive technical experience. Malaria RDTs have been widely used in primary health facilities due to their simplicity and convenience ( 18 ). In fact, more than 78% of the total diagnoses were made using both microscopy and RDTs in the five PLADs, and microscopy showed better sensitivity than RDTs.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Microscopy is still the gold standard method for malaria diagnosis ( 17 ), although it is time-consuming and requires extensive technical experience. Malaria RDTs have been widely used in primary health facilities due to their simplicity and convenience ( 18 ). In fact, more than 78% of the total diagnoses were made using both microscopy and RDTs in the five PLADs, and microscopy showed better sensitivity than RDTs.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…An insufficient capacity for malaria diagnosis has been observed in Jiangsu Province [ 25 ], especially in the preparation and reading of blood smears at the township and village levels. RDT implementation in Jiangsu Province has improved access to healthcare among malaria patients in rural areas and villages, and could reduce delayed diagnosis of malaria patients [ 26 , 27 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%