Parasitology: Clinical and Laboratory Diagnosis
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What is the primary method for diagnosing African Trypanosomiasis?

  • Microscopy for oocysts in feces
  • Examination of blood for the parasites (correct)
  • Serological tests for antibodies
  • Culturing skin lesions for parasites

Which of the following is NOT a diagnostic technique for parasitic infections?

  • Blood smear examination
  • Complete Blood Count (CBC) (correct)
  • Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
  • Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

In which stage of the Leishmania life cycle is the parasite primarily found in the bloodstream?

  • Amastigote
  • Epimastigote
  • Promastigote
  • Trypomastigote (correct)

Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of Leishmaniasis disease?

<p>Cutaneous ulceration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Protozoa, such as Trypanosoma, are classified under which kingdom?

<p>Protista (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Detection of Parasites

  • Clinical diagnosis of parasites relies on symptoms
  • Laboratory diagnosis of parasites involves microscopic examination

Microscopic Examination

  • Wet preparation is a method used in microscopic examination
  • Flotation is a method used in microscopic examination

Specimens for Diagnosis

  • Natural secretions can be examined for diagnosis of parasites
  • Stool examination is used to diagnose Entamoeba histolytica

Diagnosis of African Trypanosomiasis

  • Examination of blood is used to diagnose African Trypanosomiasis
  • Presence of parasites in blood is a diagnostic indicator for African Trypanosomiasis

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