RDT Quiz A Q2

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RDT Quiz A Q2 Shown below is an RDT test. This uses a pan-malarial antibody (labelled Pan) and a P.falciparum species-specific antibody (labelled Sp). The test has been used to assess a patient and the positive bands are shown on the figure. Which of the following interpretions can be made? (select one or more options) Single species: P.falciparum Single species non-P.falciparum Two species including P.falciparum Two species not including P.falciparum P.falciparum with HRP2 deletion This test cannot be reported Explanation of correct answer (click "Expand") <span style="font-size:90%; color:maroon"'Short answer taken from section "Multi-line RDT Interpretation" (see the section for full details and links). >When no band appears in the control area (black arrow) the test is ALWAYS invalid: Irrespective of whether any other bands are present, this is always an invalid test: do not interpret. Report as failed test Action: Repeat the test Consider the reasons for test failure Go to next question (3 of 5)