Introduction Trematodes, commonly known as flukes, are a group of parasitic flatworms belonging to the class Trematoda. These parasites are known for their leaf-shaped bodies and have complex life cycles Read More …
Trematodes
Author: Mr. Parag Chauhan
Hemagglutination Assay
Introduction Hemagglutination Assay (HA) is a widely used laboratory technique for detecting and quantifying viruses, antibodies, and other biomolecules that cause red blood cell (RBC) agglutination. It is particularly significant Read More …
Casons test
Introduction Cason’s test is a biochemical test used to detect sphingomyelin, a major phospholipid found in biological membranes, especially in the myelin sheath of nerve fibers. It is a qualitative Read More …
Egg counting techniques
Introduction Parasitic infections caused by helminths (worms) and protozoa significantly impact human and animal health worldwide. The detection and quantification of parasite eggs, cysts, or oocysts in fecal samples play Read More …
Laboratory Diagnosis of Superficial Dermatophyte Infections
Superficial dermatophyte infections involve the skin, hair, or nails and are caused by dermatophytes belonging to genera such as Trichophyton, Microsporum, and Epidermophyton. Laboratory diagnosis relies on microscopy, culture, and Read More …