Description

Diagnostic Medical Parasitology (6th Edition) is the definitive reference for laboratory diagnosis of human parasitic infections. Written by Lynne Shore Garcia and published by the American Society for Microbiology (ASM), this book provides comprehensive, evidence-based coverage of the detection, identification, and clinical relevance of parasites that affect humans worldwide.

The 6th edition has been fully revised and updated to include the latest molecular, immunologic, and diagnostic techniques, ensuring that laboratory professionals, clinicians, and students have access to the most current methods available. Each chapter provides detailed descriptions of parasite morphology, life cycles, clinical manifestations, and laboratory identification, supported by high-quality color images and reference tables.

The book also explores advances in molecular diagnostics, such as PCR, ELISA, and antigen detection methods, alongside classical microscopy techniques—making it an indispensable tool for both traditional and modern parasitology labs.

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  Comprehensive coverage of protozoa, helminths, and arthropods

  
  


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  Step-by-step laboratory methods for accurate parasite detection

  
  


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  Updated with molecular and serological diagnostic approaches

  
  


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  Hundreds of full-color illustrations and photomicrographs

  
  


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  Ideal for medical technologists, microbiologists, and infectious disease specialists

  
  

Recognized as the gold standard in diagnostic parasitology, this edition continues its legacy as an authoritative resource for clinical laboratories, universities, and research centers dedicated to infectious disease diagnostics.