Last Updated: 02/03/2018

Performance of the HRP2-based ultrasensitive RDT: Field studies

Objectives

Main objectives:

  1. Show how and where highly-sensitive RDTs provide added value over current tests
    • Performance in the field
    • Sensitivity improvements over current RDTs
    • Cost and point of care advantages over PCR
  2. Provide a tool to perform a real assessment of screen & test versus MDA
    • Test and treat has not been effectively compared to MDA due to an absence of appropriate tools
    • PCR was not performed at the point of care level results in delays in treatment
  3. Help define guidance on elimination and surveillance strategies
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