Question 1

At which stage of malaria infection can this test detect parasites?

Accepted Answer

MERISCREEN™ Malaria Pf/Pan Ag detects malaria during the erythrocytic stage of infection, when parasites multiply inside red blood cells. At this stage, HRP2 and pan-pLDH antigens are present in blood, enabling reliable detection.

Question 2

Which sample types are compatible with this malaria test kit?

Accepted Answer

This test is designed exclusively for use with human whole blood samples. Since malaria parasites replicate within red blood cells, whole blood is essential for accurate antigen detection and reliable test performance.

Question 3

How can testing errors be avoided while using this kit?

Accepted Answer

To minimize errors, use only the buffer supplied with the kit, add exactly 5 µL of whole blood to the sample well, and dispense buffer into the designated buffer well. Follow the procedure strictly and avoid cross-contamination.

Question 4

Can this test differentiate Plasmodium falciparum from other species?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The kit uses dual antigen markers—HRP2 for specific detection of P. falciparum and pan-pLDH for identifying other Plasmodium species—allowing simultaneous detection and differentiation in a single test.

Question 5

What is the recommended time for reading test results?

Accepted Answer

Test results should be read at 20 minutes after adding the buffer. Reading results beyond the recommended time may lead to incorrect interpretation and should be considered invalid.

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