Table 4 Desiccants HIV RDT products (n = 11)
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 (10) | Silica gel, self-indicating (1) | Easily visible (1) | Do not eat (10) |
Silica gel, partial-indicating (4) | Requires additional light (3) | ||
Requires opening of sachet (1) | |||
Silica gel, non-indicating (3) | NA | ||
Other type of desiccant, non-indicating (2) | NA | ||
No (1) | NA | NA | NA |