Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UMT?
The UMT is a diagnostic tool for detecting malaria through urine samples rather than traditional blood tests.
How is the UMT better than alternative Malaria RDTs?
The UMT has several advantages over traditional malaria RDTs, including:
- Non-invasive | Easier to test with children, who are the most vulnerable to malaria
- Easy of Use | Similar ease of use to a pregnancy test
- Home Storage | Can be kept at home until needed
- Long Shelf Life | The UMT is good for up to 30 months past its manufactured date, longer than most RDTs
How much does the UMT cost?
Malaria is most prevalent in areas of the world most sensitive to cost. As such, a UMT test can typically be bought for $1 or less.
Where is the UMT available?
At the moment, the UMT is only available in Nigeria. The UMT will soon also be available in Cote d'Ivoire, Kenya, the Dem. Rep. of the Congo, and the EU.
How accurate is the UMT?
The UMT is 84% accurate. This is similar to a blood-based RDTs, with is 85% accurate.
Where can I get a UMT?
The UMT will soon be available in various pharmacies, medicine stores, and health clinics in countries where the product is registered