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Distribution of Giardia lamblia Among local and Displaced Children in Kirkuk City

Tikrit Journal of Pure Science, 2023
The aim of this study was to show the distribution of Giardia lamblia infection among local and displaced children in Kirkuk city, and its effect on some hematological parameters Haemoglobin (Hb), Packed cell volum (PCV) White Blood Cell Counts (WBCc ...
M. M. Bakr, M, Sh. A. Mohammad, M. A. Kadir   +2 more
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Extracellular Vesicles of Giardia duodenalis: Unravelling Their Virulence Factors and Potential to Induce Protection Against Experimental Giardiasis

Journal of Extracellular Biology, Volume 5, Issue 6, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are key mediators of intercellular communication, enabling trans‐kingdom exchange of proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and metabolites. In Giardia duodenalis, EVs contribute to parasite survival, host–pathogen interactions, and immune modulation.
Corral‐Ruiz Gerardo, Argüello‐García Raúl, Ortiz‐Lozano Dalia, Salazar‐Villatoro Lizbeth, Pech‐Santiago Edar Onam, Espinosa‐Cantellano Martha, Hernández‐Cueto Daniel, Silva‐Olivares D. Angélica, Betanzos Abigail, Ortega‐Pierres M. Guadalupe   +9 more
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Demographics of Intestinal Parasitic Infections in Karachi: An Insight from Positive Stool Samples

Journal of Islamic International Medical College, 2016
Objective: The objective of this study was to study the demographics of intestinal parasitic infections and find out the relative frequency of different intestinal parasites in clinical samples received for routine stool examination from symptomatic ...
Intestinal Parasites, Parasitic Infections, Entamoeba Histolytica, Giardia Lamblia.
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Intestinal Parasites in a Rural Highland Tourist Community of Nepal: Diversity, Prevalence, and Associated Factors in Humans and Livestock

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
This cross‑sectional observational study assessed the prevalence and diversity of intestinal parasitic infections in humans and livestock in a rural highland community of Nepal. Intestinal parasites were detected in 22% of human participants and 73% of livestock, with overlapping parasite genera observed within the same households.
Kishor Pandey, Niten Bharati, Yamini Chhetri, Rachana Bhusal, Madan Nepal, Zainuddin Ansari, Minu Shilpakar, Anju Karmacharya, Shaniya Bhusal, Navin Kumar Yadav, Tsunami Thapa Magar, Muna Bhattarai, Bimala Bhattarai, Arti Neupane, Shristi Bhandari, Jitendra Gautam, Siddha Raj Ojha, Anisha KC, Dharmaraj Patel, Ganesh Chaudhary, Sandhya Gautam, Merina Lama, Janak Raj Subedi, Pitambar Dhakal, Mahendra Maharjan, Rajendra Prasad Parajuli   +25 more
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Human leukocyte antigen class-II DRB1 alleles and Giardia lamblia infection in children: A case-control study

Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Medicine, 2020
Objective: To compare the genotype frequencies of HLA class- II DRB1 alleles in Giardia (G.) lamblia-infected children. Methods: A total of 490 Egyptian children aged 2-16 years were subjected to microscopic stool examination to detect G.
Samar N El-Beshbishi, Ayat A ElBlihy, Raefa A Atia, Ahmed Megahed, Fatma A Auf   +4 more
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Intestinal Parasitic Infections in Marginalized Populations: Prevalence and Risk Factors Among the Bantar Community of Sunsari, Nepal

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
Intestinal parasite infections remain highly prevalent (53.3%) among the Bantar community in Sunsari, Nepal, with Ascaris lumbricoides being the most common parasite and nail‐biting habit identified as a significant risk factor. The findings highlight the urgent need for targeted water, sanitation, hygiene, and health education interventions.
Mukesh Kumar Mahato, Jitendra Gautam, Niten Bharati, Darwin Niroula, Krishna Prasad Acharya, Tulsi Ram Gompo, Kishor Pandey   +6 more
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Comparison of Routine Method with Antibody and Antigen Ones for Diagnosing Giardia-Entamoeba Histolytica in Stool and Blood

Medical Laboratory Journal, 2015
Background and Objectives: Giardia lamblia and Entamoeba histolytica are the most prevalent human intestinal pathogenic protozoa, worldwide. The clinical features of Giardia infection are acute diarrhea, a chronic condition with continuous diarrhea and ...
Gharavi, MJ, Roozbehani, M, Bakhshkar, H
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Gene duplication in the genome of parasitic Giardia lamblia

BMC Evolutionary Biology, 2010
Background Giardia are a group of widespread intestinal protozoan parasites in a number of vertebrates. Much evidence from G. lamblia indicated they might be the most primitive extant eukaryotes.
Flores Roberto, Jiang Huifeng, Sun Jun, Wen Jianfan   +3 more
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Biovigilance in Faecal Microbiota Transplantation: 7‐Year Cohort Study and Framework for Microbiological Assessments of Infectious Adverse Events

United European Gastroenterology Journal, Volume 14, Issue 5, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aims Faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is increasingly used. However, no systematic approach exists to assess infectious risks after FMT, leading to underreporting. We evaluated infectious complications at the Netherlands Donor Feces Bank (NDFB) and proposed a structured biovigilance approach aligned with the EU Regulation
V. O. Chernova, J. van Prehn, B. Groenewegen, E. van Lingen, E. J. Kuijper, M. M. C. Lambregts, E. van Nood, G. Choi, M. D. Hazenberg, J. J. Keller, E. M. Terveer   +10 more
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Real‐World Utilization Patterns of Toxoplasmosis Diagnostic Testing in Korea: A Large‐Scale Laboratory‐Based Study

Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis, Volume 40, Issue 10, May 2026.
We conducted a large retrospective analysis of real‐world Toxoplasma gondii IgG, IgM, and PCR testing performed at a nationwide referral laboratory in Korea to characterize diagnostic utilization patterns and test performance in routine clinical practice.
Rihwa Choi, Sang Gon Lee
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