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The Microscopic Diagnosis of Malaria

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Lesson 2 Plasmodium falciparum Trophozoites, Thin Film

thin film Plasmodium falciparum trophozoites

Are there any parasites in this image?

 

In this thin film, it is difficult to see any parasites. Typically, we examine the feathered edge of the film to get a better view of the parasites, but sometimes   a thicker portion must be examined.

 

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