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. 2010 Jul 13;4(7):e745. doi: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0000745

Table 3. Sensitivity of cost estimates to underlying assumptions or modification of routine operating procedures.

Assumptions tested USD/county classified % deviation from base case USD/payam classified % deviation from base case
Base case 40,206 - 9,573 -
Discount rate:
0% 40,119 −0.2% 9,552 −0.2%
10% 40,417 +0.5% 9,623 +0.5%
Vehicle lifespan:
7.5 years 39,721 −1.2% 9,457 −1.2%
Urinary schistosomiasis diagnosis:
Dipstick test only 39,379 −2.1% 9,376 −2.1%
Testing for LF infection:
County level only 30,291 −24.7% 7,212 −24.7%