CPD course for Medical Laboratory Officers
Intestinal Parasites & Stool Examination : Chapter 2: Intestinal Protozoa: Powerpoint 2026 (3 CPD)
3 CPD points · All levels · 3 lessons
About this course
By the end of this CPD chapter, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the main intestinal protozoa of medical importance.
- Explain the life cycle and transmission routes of common intestinal protozoa.
- Identify the key microscopic features of protozoan cysts and trophozoites.
- Differentiate common protozoa such as Entamoeba histolytica/dispar, Giardia lamblia.
- Explain the clinical significance of intestinal protozoan infections, including diarrhoea, dysentery, malabsorption, and opportunistic disease.
- Describe suitable stool examination methods for detecting intestinal protozoa, including wet mount, concentration techniques, and special stains.
- Apply basic quality assurance and biosafety practices when examining stool specimens for protozoa.
- Interpret laboratory findings and relate them to patient management, public health reporting, and parasite control.
Course curriculum
Foundations of Stool Examination & Laboratory Techniques
Intestinal protozoa
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