TABLE 1.
Characteristics of the study population
| Characteristic | INFa (n = 32) | EN (n = 15) | CP (n = 23) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (median [range]) (yr) | 37 (19–65) | 36 (24–65) | 42 (27–65) |
| No. male/no. female | 22/10 | 9/6 | 17/6 |
| Lymphedema/elephantiasis | No | No | Yes |
| ICT card test result | Positive | Negative | Negative |
| W. bancrofti circulating antigen levels (geometric mean [range]) (U/ml) | 1,409 (138–22,377) | <32b | <32 |
a
INF, individuals with asymptomatic filarial infections; EN, uninfected individuals; CP, individuals with filarial pathology.
b
Below the limits of detection.