Comparative studies of immunochromatographic strips and microscopy in the diagnosis of urinary schistosomiasis in selected children in Zaria, Nigeria
Journal Title: Scientific Journal of Biological Sciences - Year 2016, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
Schistosomiasis remains endemic in many developing countries due to poor hygiene and access to potable water sources. The study was conducted to determine the prevalence of urinary schistosomiasis in selected children.
Authors and Affiliations
A. Hafeezah| Department of Microbiology, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria., E. Ekah Elijah*| Department of Microbiology, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria.
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