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") '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)