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Sensitivities of RDT and QBC tests at various parasite densities
| Parasites count (parasites μL-1) | Thick Blood film (MP) Positive | RDT Positive | RDT Sensitivity (%) | QBC test Positive | QBC sensitivity (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ≤ 500 | 8 | 1 | 12.5 | 2 | 25.0 |
| 501 – 1,000 | 3 | 1 | 33.3 | 1 | 33.3 |
| 1,001 – 4,500 | 18 | 13 | 72.2 | 13 | 72.2 |
| >4,500 | 49 | 49 | 100.0 | 39 | 79.6 |
| Total | 78 | 64 | 82.1 | 55 | 70.5 |
