[Efficiency of KAT-quick P.f. test (KAT medical, SAR) among the populations of drug-resistant parasites].

The KAT-Quick P.f. test (KAT Medical, South African Republic) is based on the detection of protein HPR II produced by trophozoites and young gametocytes of P.

Use of nested PCR for differential diagnosis of falciparum malaria reinfection and relapse in drug-resistant patients.

Microscopic examination does not allow differentiation of drug-resistant P. falciparum infection relapse from reinfection. However, this differential diagnosis is essential for adequate therapy.