Malaria Assay
Product Overview
The EasyNAT® Malaria Assay is a POCT DNA test intended for the rapid qualitative detection of”Plasmodium” species (malaria parasite) in oropharyngeal swab and skin lesion exudate swab samples.
Results available within 49 minutes
Designed to provide an accurate LOD: 6 copies/mL
Ongoing Challanges
Climate change expands malaria zones; conflict disrupts elimination efforts. Mosquito resistance to insecticides and parasite resistance to artemisinin-based therapies are increasing.
Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDTs) can miss low-parasitemia infections and specific strains. Microscopy is labor-intensive.
POC molecular diagnostics are crucial for bridging the gap between central labs and field needs for malaria elimination.[1]
Clinical Value
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Portable, low-cost POC PCR systems could revolutionize malaria surveillance in endemic regions.
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Accurately identifies “P. falciparum”, “P. vivax”, and mixed infections.
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Higher sensitivity for detecting low-parasitemia and asymptomatic infections, which is critical for elimination efforts.
