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RIOR TO 8/1/21: MALR
Useful For
The BinaxNOW® Malaria Test is a rapid screen for the diagnosis of malaria and is performed at RMC Waconia. This initial screen is used to identify the possible presence of P. falciparum or other malarial species using whole blood.
Specimen Type
Specimen Type: Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Stability
|
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Stability |
| Whole Blood, EDTA | Ambient | 3 days |
| Refrigerated (preferred) | 3 days |
Rejection Criteria
| Hemolysis | Mild OK; Gross Reject |
| Icterus | N/A |
| Lipemia | N/A |
| Other | N/A |
Refrence value
The malaria rapid screen can be reported as:
- Negative screen (expected value)
- Possible P. falciparum
- Possible non-P. falciparum
Note: All malaria rapid screens will be sent to Mayo Medical Laboratories for confirmation. See the Malaria Testing Algorithm below for reflex and confirmation testing information.
Performing Laboratory
Ridgeview Medical Center
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Method
Immunochromatographic membrane assay using monoclonal antibodies
Reporting Name
Malaria Rapid screen