Parasite Wonders: A parasitologist’s view of the world
January 17, 2017
This week's case involves the object shown, which was found in a corneal culture. Check out the blog post to see a video in addition to the microscopic images. What is it?
Every week, Mayo Clinic microbiologist Dr. Bobbi Pritt posts a new case, along with the answer to the previous case. Read Dr. Pritt's blog, Creepy, Dreadful, Wonderful Parasites, and submit your answers, comments and questions. Learn more about Dr. Pritt's work, and enjoy science!
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