Abstract
SummaryA safe and efficient method for obtaining blood smears for the diagnosis of placental malaria infection is required in order to reduce the risks associated with direct blood contact. We describe a simple and safe method of needle aspiration of the placenta for the diagnosis of placental malaria infection. The method was compared with the conventional incision method in 60 consecutive placentae obtained at term. The quality of the blood smear prepared with the methods were similar. There was a significant correlation between parasite counts from samples prepared with both the incision and aspiration methods. Altman-Bland analysis of the counts revealed narrow limits of agreement with an insignificant bias. The method is useful for obtaining blood smears from the placenta for the diagnosis of placental malaria infection and reducing contact with potential pathogens in blood.
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