Abstract: One aspect of the present invention generally relates to a method for standardizing and evaluating a diagnostic test. The method includes generating at least one of a standard, control, or sample required for a validation. Then, the at least one of a standard, control, or sample is compared to at least one of an assay, protocol, or reagent for testing on a predetermined number of aspects of performance. Finally, an indicator that represents the performance of the diagnostic test. Preferably, the method is performed at a centralized location on a plurality of diagnostic tests.

Abstract: This invention provides a method of treating patients suffering from malaria whilst avoiding cardioarrhythmias, the improvement thereof comprising the administration of desbutylhalofantrine in place of halofantrine. Dosage of 500 mg every six hours for three doses on day one with repeat of that dosage on day 7 for a total dosage of 3000 mg is appropriate for most treatment purposes in adults. Desbutylhalofantrine may also be given at dosage of 50 to 1000 mg as a prophylactic measure. Dosage may be given daily or one day per week.