TY - ECHAP
KW - Parasites
KW - intestinal
KW - Diagnosis
KW - Microscopy
KW - Molecular Techniques
KW - New development
AU - Derbew Molla Y
AU - Tesfahun Alemu H
AB - <jats:p>The field of intestinal parasite diagnosis has experienced significant advancements in recent years, propelled by technological innovations and the pursuit of more precise and effective diagnostic methods. A notable development in this area is the widespread adoption of molecular diagnostic techniques, such as polymerase chain reaction and loop-mediated isothermal amplification. These cutting-edge methods provide improved sensitivity and specificity compared to traditional microscopy-based approaches, enabling the detection of intestinal parasites even at low concentrations and in complex clinical samples. Additionally, the creation of multiplex polymerase chain reaction assays allows for the simultaneous identification of multiple parasite species in a single test, streamlining the diagnostic process and reducing turnaround time. Furthermore, the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms into diagnostic platforms shows great potential for enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of parasite detection. In conclusion, these recent advancements present unparalleled opportunities to enhance the precision, speed, and accessibility of parasite diagnosis, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes and more effective public health interventions in endemic regions.</jats:p>
BT - Infectious Diseases
DO - 10.5772/intechopen.1004876
LA - ENG
M3 - Book Chapter
N2 - <jats:p>The field of intestinal parasite diagnosis has experienced significant advancements in recent years, propelled by technological innovations and the pursuit of more precise and effective diagnostic methods. A notable development in this area is the widespread adoption of molecular diagnostic techniques, such as polymerase chain reaction and loop-mediated isothermal amplification. These cutting-edge methods provide improved sensitivity and specificity compared to traditional microscopy-based approaches, enabling the detection of intestinal parasites even at low concentrations and in complex clinical samples. Additionally, the creation of multiplex polymerase chain reaction assays allows for the simultaneous identification of multiple parasite species in a single test, streamlining the diagnostic process and reducing turnaround time. Furthermore, the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms into diagnostic platforms shows great potential for enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of parasite detection. In conclusion, these recent advancements present unparalleled opportunities to enhance the precision, speed, and accessibility of parasite diagnosis, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes and more effective public health interventions in endemic regions.</jats:p>
PB - IntechOpen
PY - 2024
SN - 9780854665723/2631-6188
T2 - Infectious Diseases
TI - New Developments in Diagnosis of Intestinal Parasites
ER -