[ANALYSIS] Lessons from Uganda: How smartphones are used to test for malaria
The challenge therefore is to diagnose malaria with the sensitivity and accuracy of the PCR test, using the same simple equipment as the lateral flow test.
Eventually the sample is transferred to three small chambers in a cartridge that integrates with the origami paper. The cartridge is placed into a purpose built 3D printed cassette, powered using a simple power source . It carries out the LAMP reaction to test the sample’s DNA for evidence of the disease-causing parasite.
Working with the Uganda Ministry of Health once more, we set out to develop a diagnostic app to pair with our origami diagnostic system. We also use the mobile phone to analyse the data and tell the healthcare professional what species of malaria the person is infected with. This ensures that the right drugs are correctly administered. Health workers don’t need to be highly skilled.
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