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Detection of enteric protozoal parasites by various diagnostic methods
| Enteric protozoal parasite | Wet mount examination only | Staining technique only | ELISA for Ag detection in stool only | Both microscopy and ELISA | Total positives |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entamoeba histolytica | 1 | – | 0 | 3 | 4 |
| Giardia | 0 | – | 0 | 7 | 7 |
| Cryptosporidium | – | 2 | 1 | 6 | 9 |
| Isospora belli | – | 1 | Not done | – | 1 |
| Cyclospora | – | 0 | Not done | – | 0 |
