Rapid diagnostic assay distinguishing the snail vectors Bulinus globosus and Bulinus nasutus for urogenital schistosomiasis transmission risk mapping in East Africa | Synapse
July 8, 2026Parasitology0 citationsOpen Access
Rapid diagnostic assay distinguishing the snail vectors Bulinus globosus and Bulinus nasutus for urogenital schistosomiasis transmission risk mapping in East Africa
The aim is to develop a rapid diagnostic assay for identifying snail vectors associated with urogenital schistosomiasis.
Developed a diagnostic assay to differentiate between Bulinus globosus and Bulinus nasutus.
Conducted field testing in East Africa to validate the accuracy of the assay.
Utilized geographic information system (GIS) mapping to assess transmission risk.
The assay accurately distinguished between Bulinus globosus and Bulinus nasutus with a sensitivity of 95% and specificity of 90%.
Geospatial analysis revealed areas with higher transmission risks based on vector distribution.
The findings inform targeted interventions for urogenital schistosomiasis prevention.
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