Simple Blood Test Proves Powerful Ally In The Fight Against Malaria
Sunday, May 3, 2009 - 20:28
in Health & Medicine
Scientists have shown that rapid diagnostic tests for malaria infection can provide valuable support for health care in low and mid-income countries in the fight against the disease. The RDT procedure is based on a simple blood test and, according to the results, helps to ensure that a greater number of patients receive the right treatment at no extra cost for the health care services.