Comparison of three molecular methods for the detection and speciation of <it>Plasmodium vivax </it>and <it>Plasmodium falciparum</it>

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Accurate diagnosis of <it>Plasmodium </it>spp. is essential for the rational treatment of malaria. Despite its many disadvantages, microscopic examination of blood smears remains the current "gold standard" for...

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Main Authors: Price Ric N, Suwanarusk Rossarin, Christensen Peter R, Boonma Prapaporn, Russell Bruce, Lek-Uthai Usa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-09-01
Series:Malaria Journal
Online Access:http://www.malariajournal.com/content/6/1/124