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Method 1622/1623 Microscopy
Giardia & Cryptosporidium
Characterization of Giardia: DIC
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Differential Interference Contrast microscopy (DIC) enhances visualization of the internal morphology of Giardia cysts and helps the microscopist discern any atypical features of a fluorescing object the size and shape of Giardia. Use 1000X magnification with a nonfluorescing immersion oil for all DIC characterizations.

Record observations on the Giardia examination results form.

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