Malaria Detection by QBC Method

A small sample of your blood will be drawn from your arm. This sample will then be centrifuged in a special tube coated with acridine orange and observed under ultraviolet light to detect any malaria parasites.

No, fasting is not necessary for this test.

A positive result indicates the presence of malaria parasites in your blood. A negative result means no parasites were found at the time of testing.

The QBC method is more sensitive than traditional smear methods, making it highly accurate for detecting malaria parasites, even in low quantities.

Typically, test results are available within 1 to 2 days.

If you test positive for malaria, your doctor will prescribe specific antimalarial medication to treat the infection.

Yes, getting infected once does not give you immunity against future infections.

The QBC method can detect the presence of malaria parasites, but additional tests might be necessary to identify the specific species of malaria parasite.

There are minimal risks associated with this test, similar to any standard blood draw procedure.

Yes, the QBC method can be performed on anyone, including children and pregnant women, who are more susceptible to severe malaria.

While primarily used for malaria detection, the QBC method can also help detect other parasitic infections like Babesiosis and Trypanosomiasis.

Preventing mosquito bites is key to preventing malaria. This can be achieved through the use of insect repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants, and sleeping under a mosquito net.

As of my last training data in September 2021, a malaria vaccine (RTS,S/AS01, trade name Mosquirix) has been developed and approved for use in certain areas but is not yet widely available.

The QBC method is more sensitive than traditional smear methods, making it more effective in detecting malaria parasites, even in low quantities. This makes it particularly useful in early-stage infections where parasite levels might be low.