Systematic Review of Diagnostic Approaches for Human Giardiasis: Unveiling Optimal Strategies.

ABSTRACT: Giardiasis, caused by the protozoan Giardia intestinalis, affects around 400 million people worldwide, emphasizing the critical need for accurate diagnosis to enhance human health, especially in children. Prolonged giardiasis in childhood can lead to intellectual deficits and other complications. A variety of diagnostic tools, including microscopic, immunological, and molecular methods, are available for detecting G. intestinalis infection. Choosing the most suitable method can be challenging due to the abundance of options. This systematic review assesses the reliability and applicability of these diagnostic modalities. Utilizing the Dimensions and Wordart platforms for data analysis, we focus on relevant literature addressing diagnostic methods for human giardiasis. Microsc

SUBMITTER: Vicente B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10887752 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature