Table 3.
Formol-ether and Baermann technique for the diagnosis of Strongyloides stercoralis
| Formol-ether technique | Baermann technique | Both formol-ether and Baermann techniques | |
|---|---|---|---|
| One sample | 5/230 (2.1%) | 16/230 (6.9%) | 16/230 (6.9%) |
| Two samples | 7/230 (3%) | 26/230 (11.3%) | 28/230 (12.2%) |