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histolytica] |
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Mature Entamoeba
histolytica/Entamoeba dispar cysts have 4 nuclei that
characteristically have centrally-located karyosomes
and fine, uniformly distributed peripheral chromatin. Cysts usually
measure 12 to 15 µm.
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A, B: Cysts of
E.
histolytica/E. dispar in an unstained concentrated wet mount
of stool. Notice the chromatoid bodies with blunt, rounded ends
(arrows).
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C, D: Cysts of
E.
histolytica/E. dispar in a concentrated wet mount stained with iodine.
Notice the chromatoid body with blunt, rounded ends in Figure D
(arrow).
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