Acknowledgments The authors would like to acknowledge the valuable contributions of the late Dr. Martin S. Wolfe to this chapter. Abstract Infection with Entamoeba histolytica is a leading parasitic cause of morbidity and mortality in developing nations and is an…
Abstract Background Parasites are an important cause of human morbidity and mortality worldwide. They include a diverse array of single-celled eukaryotic organisms (protozoans), multicellular worms (helminths), and arthropods that live in or on the human body and can cause mild…
Key Points Accurate diagnosis of parasitic infection usually depends on macroscopic or microscopic examination of specimens that have been appropriately collected and preserved. Thick and thin blood smears are useful for detecting and characterizing organisms found in the blood. Fecal…