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Case #216 – November, 2007

An asymptomatic, 35-year-old male with no known travel history went to his physician at a wellness clinic for a routine examination. An ova and parasite (O & P) examination was performed as part of the laboratory work-up at the State Health Laboratory. Unusual objects were observed in the formalin-concentrated stool, and the specimen was sent to CDC for diagnostic assistance and possible identification. Figures A-D were captured from wet mounts of the specimen. The objects measured approximately 50 micrometers by 42.5 micrometers. What is your diagnosis? Based on what criteria?

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This case was kindly contributed by the Washington State Public Health Laboratories.

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