The study investigates a new rapid test for detecting dengue virus, highlighting its effectiveness during the early days of infection and its ability to distinguish dengue from similar diseases like Zika.
The evaluation included 286 serum samples from patients in endemic regions of Peru, comparing results from the rapid test to the traditional ELISA method, with decent sensitivity and high specificity noted.
The findings advocate for the rapid test's use in primary care settings to enhance early diagnosis and improve public health responses in areas lacking advanced diagnostic resources.