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Comparison of sensitivity of RDT between automated analysis by Deki Reader and visual interpretation at different levels of parasite density
| Sensitivity of RDT; n/N (%) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Deki Reader interpretation | Visual interpretation | |
| Parasite density (asexual parasites/µl) | ||
| ≥ 4001 | 325/327 (99.4) | 325/327 (99.4) |
| 2001–4000 | 67/67 (100) | 67/67 (100) |
| 801–2000 | 62/65 (95.4) | 62/65 (95.4) |
| 201–800 | 72/76 (94.7) | 71/76 (93.4) |
| < 200 | 63/91 (69.2) | 63/91 (69.2) |
| Statistical tests | ||
| Chi square | 122.1 | 119.1 |
| P-value | 0.000 | 0.000 |
