Answer to Case 551

Answer toParasite Case of the Week 551:Cyclospora cayetanensisoocysts.This is an unusual preparation in that we don ' t usually seeC. cayetanensisoocysts in Giemsa-stained preparations. Therefore, confirmation using a conventional stain such as modified acid fast or modified safranin would be indicated. The diagnosis can be made by the shape and size (~8 micrometers) in diameter.Thanks again to Florida Fan for sharing this interesting case!
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