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The detection and accurate identification of parasitic organisms depends in most instances on appropriate methods of visualization (gross or microscopic) of these organisms and in certain instances on serological procedures. Methods for visualizing parasitic organisms are only accurate and productive when used by trained, competent personnel.

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    John A. Washington II

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Thompson, J.H. (1981). Parasites. In: Washington, J.A. (eds) Laboratory Procedures in Clinical Microbiology. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-0118-9_11

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