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Rapid diagnostic tests for malaria.

Authors :
Bisoffi, Zeno
Gobbi, Federico
Van den Ende, Jef
Source :
BMJ: British Medical Journal. 6/28/2014, Vol. 348 Issue 7964, p8-8. 1p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The authors discusses the significance of rapid diagnostic tests (RDT) for treatment of malaria in Africa. Topics discussed include Plasmodium falciparum parasite responsible for causing malaria, the RDT role to limit the misuse of antimalarials and the management of malaria in Africa. It also informs about a randomised controlled trials for management of patients with malaria.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
17561833
Volume :
348
Issue :
7964
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
BMJ: British Medical Journal
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
97519981