Comparison of methodologies for detecting Trypanosoma cruzi parasites by microscopic observation of microhematocrit capillary tubes.
Rev Soc Bras Med Trop
; 52: e20180505, 2019 Jun 27.
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ABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION:
The microscopic examination of microhematocrit tubes (mHCT) has been proposed as the gold standard for acute and congenital Chagas disease diagnosis. We compared different mHCT methodologies detecting T. cruzi parasites in the blood.METHODS:
The rotating method, water mount, and immersion oil methods were compared for their suitability, sensitivity, and specificity.RESULTS:
The rotating method was easier, faster, and more sensitive than the others with 100% specificity.CONCLUSIONS:
The rotating method is feasible for laboratory technicians with standard training in microscopic techniques and is recommended for the diagnosis of acute Chagas disease in primary health care facilities.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Trypanosoma cruzi
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Centrifugação
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Doença de Chagas
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Parasitemia
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Tubo Capilar
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Hematócrito
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
Limite:
Animals
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Rev Soc Bras Med Trop
Ano de publicação:
2019
Tipo de documento:
Article