1. Nuclei 2. Median Bodies 3. Axonemes 4. Atypical internal structure 5. One large nucleus observable on DIC 6. Multiple cells 7. Cytoplasm pulled away from wall 8. Incorrect shape 9. Correct shape 10. Brightly highlighted cell wall 11. Fluorescence intensity similar between the rim and interior 12. DAPI stained nuclei 13. Intense blue internal staining with DAPI 14. DAPI negative 15. Cell wall exhibits correct structure on DIC |
Yes, it is Giardia. No, it is not Giardia.
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