Lymphatic filariasis mapping by Immunochromatographic Test cards and baseline microfilaria survey prior to mass drug administration in Sierra Leone
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>National mapping of lymphatic filariasis (LF) was conducted using Immunochromatographic tests (ICT) in 2005 to determine endemicity and geographic spread of the disease. A baseline microfilaria survey was then conducted to determine...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2012-01-01
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Series: | Parasites & Vectors |
Online Access: | http://www.parasitesandvectors.com/content/5/1/10 |