Microscopy and RDTs detect current infection (parasites/antigens)
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Serology detects past exposure (antibodies)
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Thus, serology is not a replacement for diagnostic tests like blood smears or antigen RDTs
Microscopy and RDTs detect current infection (parasites/antigens)
Serology detects past exposure (antibodies)
Thus, serology is not a replacement for diagnostic tests like blood smears or antigen RDTs