Full Description
A concise, organized approach to the study of human parasites. Essentials of Human Parasitology is an up-to-date and comprehensive guide for the recognition and identification of common, clinically significant human parasites. Easy to read format contains concise, thorough descriptions for each parasite, relevant case studies, and photographs and diagrams to emphasize material. Proper specimen collection techniques and immunoassays for antigens and antibodies are also covered.(Key Words: parasite, parasitology, immunoassays, medical lab technician, protozoa, helminths)
Contents
Part I. 1. Introduction. 2. Specimans for the Recovery of Parasites. Part II. 3. Amebae. 4. Flagellates and Ciliates. 5. Coccidia and Microsporidia. 6. Naegleria and Acanthamobea. 7. Leishmania. 8. Trypanosomes. 9. Malaria and Babesiosis. 10. Toxoplasma and Pneumocystis. Part III. 11. Intestinal Nematodes. 12. Blood/Body Fluid/Tissue Nematodes. 13. Trematodes. 14. Cestodes. Part IV. 15. Immonassays for Human Parasites.
