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Age groups, gender (%) and parasite density of individuals screened
| Age group (years) | Male | Female | Total | Median parasite density (range) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| <5 | 38 (11 %) | 54 (16 %) | 92 (27 %) | 192 (16–9120) |
| 5–14 | 81 (24 %) | 94 (28 %) | 175 (52 %) | 64 (16–41,280) |
| ≥15 | 22 (6 %) | 52 (15 %) | 74 (21 %) | 64 (16–65,600) |
| Total | 141 (41 %) | 200 (59 %) | 341 |
