Parasitology

Enterobius vermicularis Eggs in Microscopy

Microscopy in enterobiasis: morphology of Enterobius vermicularis eggs, characteristic asymmetrical shell shape, and larva detection in the sample.

Microscopy of a native preparation: asymmetrical Enterobius vermicularis egg
Microscopy of a native preparation: asymmetrical Enterobius vermicularis egg

🐍Answer to the parasitology case. ✅Pinworm egg (Enterobius vermicularis). A genus of nematodes. HOW TO DISTINGUISH? 🔬Pinworm eggs are oval, asymmetrical, usually containing a larva.

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We thank KLD physician Oksana Vladislavovna Kadantseva for providing the image.