Intestinal helminths in immigrants in Naples (Italy): a comparison between two different diagnostic techniques
Journal Title: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - Year 2013, Vol 3, Issue 6
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Objective: To compare two different methods for detection of intestinal parasitic in immigrants from high risk geographic areas for intestinal parasitic diseases. Methods: A total of 307 stool specimens were analysed by Ridley method and FLOTAC, a new technique performing a direct count of all parasitic elements. Results: Compared to Ridley method, FLOTAC technique led to fewer negative results (P<0.05), index of a higher sensibility. Conclusions: Performing a more accurate detection of parasites appears a goal to reach in terms of public health.
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