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Graphic Version Stool samples were examined using both direct wet mount and the formalin-ether sedimentation concentration technique, followed by trichrome staining for protozoan cysts The microscopic examination of stool samples for ova, cysts and parasites is a commonly requested diagnostic test on patients with gastrointestinal symptoms on returning from overseas travel The main objectives of this study to compare the routine and stool concentration techniques for parasitic ova and cysts detection so as to emphasize the importance of concentration techniques. Courtesy of Harriet Provine. Parasites can live in your digestive system and cause illnessThe purpose of this guideline is to recommend to physicians which clinical situations warrant a stool sample for ova and parasites (O&P), how to order the test, collect the specimen, interpret the results, and understand the test limitations. Liquid stools must be examined withinminutes of passage, notminutes from the time the specimen arrives in the laboratory An ova and parasite test looks for parasites and their eggs (ova) in a sample of your stool. Keywords: Faeces ova cysts and parasites, OCP. Fresh faeces; a single specimen of diarrhoeal stool is adequate for the detection of commonly Specimen: The specimens usually consist of fresh stool or stool fixed in polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) smeared on microscope slides and allowed to air dry or dry on a slide warmer at°C. A descriptive analysis of stool samples received from study participants during a period of six months were carried out ,  · Out of stool samples,(%) showed presence of ova/cysts of Protozoa or helminths. Formed stool are more likely to contain amebic cysts and helminth eggs. Formed stool are more likely to contain amebic cysts and helminth eggs. (1) Hookworm egg; (2) whipworm egg (Trichuris trichura); (3) Taenia egg; (4) Entamoeba histolytica cyst; (5) The microscopic examination of stool samples for ova, cysts and parasites is a commonly requested diagnostic test on patients with gastrointestinal symptoms on returning from Ova cysts parasites faeces. Soft or liquid stools are more likely to contain trophozoites of the protozoa. Then filter the mixture through wet gauze into amL centrifuge tube and follow the remaining standard procedure The presence of cysts, trophozoites and ova of the above parasites in the stool indicated the presence of adult or mature stages of these parasites in the individuals Amebae and other parasites cannot be seen in stool containing barium. Parasitic infections are exceedingly common worldwide Additional Information: Amebae and other parasites cannot be seen in stool containing barium. (1) Hookworm egg; (2) whipworm egg (Trichuris trichura); (3) Taenia egg; (4) Entamoeba histolytica cyst; (5) Giardia lamblia cyst; (6) infertile Ascaris lumbricoides egg; (7) red blood cells; (8) Schistosoma mansoni egg. Helminthic eggs were % and Protozoal cysts or trophozoites Appearance and relative sizes of stool ova and parasites. Thickness of the wet mount should be as Figure A on the right illustrates. After the procedure by filing one half of a tube with the stool-PVA mixture and add % NaCl almost to the top of the tube. Liquid stools must be examined withinminutes of Appearance and relative sizes of stool ova and parasites. If desired the coverslip (s) can be sealed The sedimentation procedure can also be used to process polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fixed specimens. Ideally, two smears can be prepared on one slide, of which one can be stained with iodine. A parasite is a tiny plant or animal that gets nutrients by living off another creature. Soft or liquid stools are more likely to contain trophozoites of the protozoa. Stool preserved in sodium acetate-acetic acid-formalin (SAF) or some of the one-vial fixatives can also be used If the stool specimen is still somewhat solid, add a drop or two of saline to the specimen and mix.