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Table 3 Comparison of immunochromatographic test strips and microscopic examination of thick blood smear

From: Novel monoclonal antibodies against Plasmodium falciparum histidine-rich protein 2: development and application in rapid diagnostic tests of malaria in hyperendemic regions of China and Myanmar

Parasite density

Sample size (n)

Positives

Detection rate

<200

16

14

87.50%

200-1999

77

76

98.70%

>2000

229

229

100%