New diagnostics in parasitology.
The long-overdue introduction of new technology into parasite diagnostics has produced important tests that are now finding a place in clinical laboratories. It is too early to consider abandoning microscopy; the novel technology will run alongside the more traditional techniques for some years to come. Well-trained microscopists, supported by regular continuing professional development and external quality assessment schemes, are still central to the provision of a reliable diagnostic parasitology service.
Chiodini
Peter L
PL
Department of Clinical Parasitology, The Hospital for Tropical Diseases, Mortimer Market, London WC1E 6AU, UK. peter.chiodini@uclh.org
D005243:Feces / Q000469:parasitology; D006801:Humans; D007118:Immunoassay; D008853:Microscopy; D010272:Parasitic Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D011933:Reagent Kits, Diagnostic
D011933:Reagent Kits, Diagnostic