Combining 2 rapid tests for the accurate diagnosis of Chagas disease in the field

(Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal)) The combined use of 2 commercially available rapid diagnostic tests is effective for accurately diagnosing chronic Chagas disease in the field, according to a study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), an institution supported by 'la Caixa,' in collaboration with CEADES and Mundo Sano. The performance observed indicates that these tests could be used to diagnose chronic Chagas in highly endemic regions with poorly equipped laboratories.
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news