Table 2 Desiccants malaria RDT products (n = 50)
From: Assessment of desiccants and their instructions for use in rapid diagnostic tests
Desiccant present | Type of desiccant | Ease of observation of colour change of humidity indicator | Warning on desiccant |
|---|---|---|---|
Yes (49) | Silica gel, self-indicating (22) | Easily visible (22) | Do not eat (46) |
Silica gel, partial-indicating (8) | Requires additional light (8) | ||
Silica gel, non-indicating (17) | NA | ||
Tablet unknown identity, non-indicating (2) | NA | No warning | |
No (1) | NA | NA | NA |