Answer to Case 735

 Answer to theParasite Case of the Week 735:Echinococcusspecies.The diagnosis can be made by the finding of the characteristic protoscoleces. As noted by Florida Fan, " On a closer look, the hooklets are clearly visible as well as the numerous calcareous particles. Since there is one cyst, the indication is that the agent isEchinococcus granulosis.A Hamburg-based Oregon alumni further noted that forE. granulosus, " The liver is the most frequent location of echinococcal cysts (approx. 70% of cases). The lungs are the second most common location. "Thanks again to Felicity from my lab to taking these beautiful photos!
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