Table 2

Algorithm Parameters

b
The slope, the rate that PfPR approaches the plateau (1.8 y-1)
P'
PfPR in older children; the plateau (Variable)
α
The age when PfPR begins to decline (≈ 9.5 years)
1-s
The asymptotic sensitivity of microscopy (1-s ≈ 36%)
c
The rate that PfPR declines with age, after age α (0.07 y-1)

The parameter names and interpretations in the algorithm based on the modified Pull & Grab equations.

Smith et al. Malaria Journal 2007 6:131   doi:10.1186/1475-2875-6-131

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