Diagnostic Parasitology : For Pathologists, Parasitologists, Physicians and Laboratory Technicians

Contents: Foreword. Preface. 1. Examination of faeces. 2. Faecal culture. 3. Preparation of parasites for examination. 4. Examination of blood. 5. Examination of urine, nasal discharge, sputum and lachrymal fluid. 6. Diagnostic methods in arthropods. 7. Biopsy. 8. Necropsy. 9. Preparation of tissues for parasitic examination. 10. Micrometry. 11. Scale drawing and Camera Lucida. 12. Immuno-diagnosis. 13. Molecular diagnosis. 14. Other diagnostic adjuncts. Bibliography. Index.

"Diagnostic Parasitology occupies a premier position among biomedical sciences. Prompt and accurate diagnosis of parasitic infection enables timely treatment and advocation of effective control measures. From a relatively simple faecal sample/blood smear/skin scrapings examination to state-of-the-art molecular biochemical techniques are employed in the diagnosis of parasitosis. The present book would serve as a ready reckoner for diagnosis." (jacket)