Buffer substitution in malaria rapid diagnostic tests causes false-positive results
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) are kits that generally include 20 to 25 test strips or cassettes, but only a single buffer vial. In field settings, laboratory staff occasionally uses saline, distilled water (liquids for parent...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2010-07-01
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| Series: | Malaria Journal |
| Online Access: | http://www.malariajournal.com/content/9/1/215 |