Bench Aid for the Onchocerciasis Ov16 Rapid Diagnostic Test

The Onchocerciasis IgG4 test is a rapid diagnostic test that qualitatively detects IgG4 antibodies against the Ov16 antigen in human blood samples. This guide will demonstrate how to use and interpret the test. Although the test is relatively simple to use, adequate training is necessary to reduce inter-observer variability and interpretation error.