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This section focuses on microscopic techniques and calibration of the microscope and algorithms for the ova and parasite (O&P) examination. Direct wet fecal smear, sedimentation concentration, flotation concentration methods used for the results and laboratory reports and procedure reminders and limitations are briefly discussed. Specialized stains for Coccidia and Microsporidia are discussed using different staining methods. Modified trichrome stain for Microsporidia is reviewed for the clinical assay. Antigen-based fecal immunoassays have several significant advantages over other methods currently used for diagnosis of amebiasis. Different stains are analyzed for the parasites examination. Several concentration techniques such as buffy coat concentration, knott concentration and membrane filtration concentration are discussed. The section also provides a brief outline of the procedure for processing fresh stool for the O&P examination.
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Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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2009.
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Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
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Figure 5.1
Ocular micrometer, top scale; stage micrometer, bottom scale. Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
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Figure 5.1
Ocular micrometer, top scale; stage micrometer, bottom scale. Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
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2009.
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Figure 5.2
Method of scanning a direct wet film preparation with the 10× objective. (Illustration by Nobuko Kitamura.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
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Figure 5.2
Method of scanning a direct wet film preparation with the 10× objective. (Illustration by Nobuko Kitamura.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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Figure 5.3
Fecal concentration procedures: various layers seen in tubes after centrifugation. (A) Formalin-ether (or ethyl acetate). (B) Zinc sulfate (the surface film should be within 2 to 3 mm of the tube rim). (Illustration by Sharon Belkin.)
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Figure 5.3
Fecal concentration procedures: various layers seen in tubes after centrifugation. (A) Formalin-ether (or ethyl acetate). (B) Zinc sulfate (the surface film should be within 2 to 3 mm of the tube rim). (Illustration by Sharon Belkin.)
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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Figure 5.4
Method used to remove surface film in the zinc sulfate flotation concentration procedure. (A) A wire loop is gently placed on (not under) the surface film. (B) The loop is then placed on a glass slide. (Illustration by Nobuko Kitamura.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
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Figure 5.4
Method used to remove surface film in the zinc sulfate flotation concentration procedure. (A) A wire loop is gently placed on (not under) the surface film. (B) The loop is then placed on a glass slide. (Illustration by Nobuko Kitamura.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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Figure 5.5
Culture methods for the recovery of larval-stage nematodes; Harada-Mori tube method and petri dish culture method. (Illustration by Nobuko Kitamura.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
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Figure 5.5
Culture methods for the recovery of larval-stage nematodes; Harada-Mori tube method and petri dish culture method. (Illustration by Nobuko Kitamura.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
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Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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Figure 5.6
Baermann apparatus. (Illustration by Nobuko Kitamura.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
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Figure 5.6
Baermann apparatus. (Illustration by Nobuko Kitamura.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
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Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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Figure 5.7
Agar culture method for Strongyloides stercoralis. (1) Agar plates are prepared; (2) agar is dried for 4 to 5 days on the bench top; (3) plates are stored in plastic bags; (4) fresh stool is submitted to the laboratory; (5) approximately 2 g of stool is placed onto an agar plate; (6) the plate is sealed with tape; (7) the culture plate is incubated at 26 to 33°C for 2 days; (8) the plate is examined microscopically for the presence of tracks (bacteria carried over the agar by migrating larvae); (9) 10% formalin is placed onto the agar through a hole made in the plastic by hot forceps; (10) material from the agar plate is centrifuged; (11) the material is examined as a wet preparation for rhabditiform or filariform larvae (high dry power; magnification, ×400). (Illustration by Sharon Belkin.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
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Figure 5.7
Agar culture method for Strongyloides stercoralis. (1) Agar plates are prepared; (2) agar is dried for 4 to 5 days on the bench top; (3) plates are stored in plastic bags; (4) fresh stool is submitted to the laboratory; (5) approximately 2 g of stool is placed onto an agar plate; (6) the plate is sealed with tape; (7) the culture plate is incubated at 26 to 33°C for 2 days; (8) the plate is examined microscopically for the presence of tracks (bacteria carried over the agar by migrating larvae); (9) 10% formalin is placed onto the agar through a hole made in the plastic by hot forceps; (10) material from the agar plate is centrifuged; (11) the material is examined as a wet preparation for rhabditiform or filariform larvae (high dry power; magnification, ×400). (Illustration by Sharon Belkin.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
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Garcia L.
2009.
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p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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Figure 5.8
Method of thin blood film preparation. (A) Position of spreader slide; (B) well-prepared thin film. Arrows indicate the area of the slide used to observe accurate cell morphology. (Illustration by Nobuko Kitamura.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
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Figure 5.8
Method of thin blood film preparation. (A) Position of spreader slide; (B) well-prepared thin film. Arrows indicate the area of the slide used to observe accurate cell morphology. (Illustration by Nobuko Kitamura.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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Figure 5.9
Method of thick-thin combination blood film preparation. (a) Position of a drop of EDTA-blood; (b) position of the applicator stick in contact with blood and glass slide; (c) rotation of the applicator stick; and (d) completed thick-thin combination blood film prior to staining. (Illustration by Sharon Belkin.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
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Figure 5.9
Method of thick-thin combination blood film preparation. (a) Position of a drop of EDTA-blood; (b) position of the applicator stick in contact with blood and glass slide; (c) rotation of the applicator stick; and (d) completed thick-thin combination blood film prior to staining. (Illustration by Sharon Belkin.) Reprinted from Diagnostic Medical Parasitology, 5th ed.
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
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doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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Algorithm 5.1
Procedure for processing fresh stool for the O&P examination
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Algorithm 5.1
Procedure for processing fresh stool for the O&P examination
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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Algorithm 5.2
Procedure for processing liquid specimens for the O&P examination
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Algorithm 5.2
Procedure for processing liquid specimens for the O&P examination
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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Algorithm 5.3
Procedure for processing preserved stool for the O&P examination—two-vial collection kit
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Algorithm 5.3
Procedure for processing preserved stool for the O&P examination—two-vial collection kit
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
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In
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Algorithm 5.4
Procedure for processing SAF-preserved stool for the O&P examination
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Algorithm 5.4
Procedure for processing SAF-preserved stool for the O&P examination
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
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doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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Algorithm 5.5
Use of various fixatives and their recommended stains
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Algorithm 5.5
Use of various fixatives and their recommended stains
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2009.
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Algorithm 5.6
Ordering algorithm for laboratory examination for intestinal parasites
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Algorithm 5.6
Ordering algorithm for laboratory examination for intestinal parasites
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Algorithm 5.7
Procedure for processing blood specimens for examination
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Algorithm 5.7
Procedure for processing blood specimens for examination
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2009.
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Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
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Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
/content/10.1128/9781555815967.ch05.ch05tab01
Table 5.1
Body site, specimen, and recommended stain(s)
a
Table 5.1
Body site, specimen, and recommended stain(s) a
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
/content/10.1128/9781555815967.ch05.ch05tab02
Table 5.2
Approaches to stool parasitology: test ordering
Table 5.2
Approaches to stool parasitology: test ordering
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
/content/10.1128/9781555815967.ch05.ch05tab03
Table 5.3
Laboratory test reports: optional comments
a,b
Table 5.3
Laboratory test reports: optional comments a,b
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5
/content/10.1128/9781555815967.ch05.ch05tab04
Table 5.4
Parasitemia determined from conventional light microscopy: clinical correlation
Table 5.4
Parasitemia determined from conventional light microscopy: clinical correlation
Citation:
Garcia L.
2009.
Specific Test Procedures and Algorithms,
p 87-217.
In
Practical Guide to Diagnostic Parasitology, Second Edition.
ASM Press, Washington, DC.
doi: 10.1128/9781555815967.ch5