Malaria Blood Film Test | Lahalak Medical Platform
The gold standard microscopic test to detect malaria parasites, accurately identifying the species and density to ensure effective and targeted medical treatment.
Scientific name: Malaria Blood Film
A laboratory test considered the gold standard for diagnosing malaria involves preparing two blood smears on a glass slide: a thick blood smear for sensitive detection of the parasite, and a thin blood smear to accurately identify the Plasmodium species (e.g., Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium vivax, Plasmodium ovale, Plasmodium malariae) and its l...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood Film)
Duration
15-20 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Preparation and professional microscopic examination of thick and thin blood smears to detect the malaria parasite.
- Identifying the type of parasite and estimating the parasite density.
- Consult a specialist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required at all. It is preferable to take the sample during or immediately before a fever attack, when the parasite concentration in the peripheral blood is highest.
- The doctor should be informed of the history of travel to endemic areas and any medications taken (especially malaria drugs or antibiotics).
- The sample must be collected in a tube with an anticoagulant (EDTA) to prevent blood clotting.
- The accuracy of the examination depends largely on the skill and experience of the laboratory technician in preparing and examining the slides.
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