From: Cost comparison of microscopy vs. empiric treatment for malaria in southwestern nigeria: a prospective study
Consumed Antimalarials Prior to Presentation
N = 52
Did Not Consume Antimalarials Prior to Presentation
N = 82
Giemsa Stain Blood Smear Negative (-)
62% (32)
39% (32)
Giemsa Stain Blood Smear Positive (+)
38% (20)
61% (50)