Heterogeneity in response to serological exposure markers of recent < i > Plasmodium vivax < /i > infections in contrasting epidemiological contexts

ConclusionsIn low transmission settings,P.vivax SEMs can accurately identify individuals with recent blood-stage infections. In higher transmission settings, the accuracy of this approach diminishes substantially. We recommend usingP.vivax SEMs in low transmission settings pursuing malaria elimination, but they are likely to be less effective in high transmission settings focused on malaria control.
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases - Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Source Type: research