Microscopy for the detection, identification and quantification of malaria parasites on stained thick and thin blood films in research settings
This manual was developed to guide a move towards common standards for undertaking and reporting research microscopy for malaria parasite detection, identification and quantification.
Publication Version
1.0
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EXT10
WWARN researchers have worked together with a group of experts convened by the UNICEF/UNDP/World Bank/WHO Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases (TDR) to develop a manual for microscopy for the detection, identification and quantification of malaria parasites on stained thick and thin blood films in research settings.
The manual is intended to help researchers working in drug or vaccine efficacy trials or in diagnostics to deliver consistent and reliable data and to promote standardisation in reports.