Detection of Acute Tropical Fever Pathogens via Multiplex Polymerase Chain Reaction: A Cross-Sectional Study to Guide Appropriate Antimicrobial Use in Communities
While multiplex PCR demonstrates high accuracy in detecting malaria, its limited sensitivity for dengue and typhoid highlights the need for more advanced molecular assays. Developing rapid and reliable diagnostic tests is essential to enable targeted treatment and promote antimicrobial stewardship within the community.
Authors
- Seema Irfan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5626-5639)
- Farah Naz Qamar (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4173-680X)
- Rasha F. Ahmed
- Afia Zafar
- Najia Karim Ghanchi
- Ammarah Baig
Institutions
- Aga Khan University Hospital (PK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Cureus
- Published
- 2025-10-29
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.95654
- Primary Topic
- Malaria Research and Control
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00