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Vector incrimination 

How can we be sure that the sand fly is responsible for transmitting VL? Watch this video about vector incrimination and methodology.

How can we be sure that the sand fly is responsible for transmitting VL?

The process is called vector incrimination. In this video, Dr. Matthew Rogers, explains the steps required to incriminate a sand fly species as a vector for leishmaniasis.

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Control and Elimination of Visceral Leishmaniasis

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