In situ dynamic ESEM observations of basic groups of parasites

Investor logo

Warning

This publication doesn't include Faculty of Economics and Administration. It includes Faculty of Science. Official publication website can be found on muni.cz.
Authors

MAŠOVÁ Šárka TIHLAŘÍKOVÁ Eva NEDĚLA Vilém

Year of publication 2014
Type Conference abstract
MU Faculty or unit

Faculty of Science

Citation
Attached files
Description Environmental scanning electron microscopy (ESEM) was trialled to attempt to identify a new way of viewing parasites. Helminth parasites infections may cause important diseases in humans and animals, so they are targets of many studies. Conventional scanning electron microscopy (SEM) is used mainly in taxonomical research and sample description in parasitology. However, sometimes only small number or only one sample of rare parasite is available. There is possible using a non-invasive method like ESEM. This study introduces modified method of ESEM for observing representatives of the selected groups of helminth parasites (Nematoda and Acanthocephala). The most suitable treatment methods and optimal environmental condition for observing selected parasites were found.
Related projects:

You are running an old browser version. We recommend updating your browser to its latest version.