Examination of parasites in adults is a reliable way of detecting intestinal and other forms of helminthic infestations. Based on the results obtained during the research, the specialist prescribes appropriate treatment methods.
Get checked for parasites regularly, not when symptoms indicate the presence of worms. Similar studies are needed for both children and adults.
Basic manners
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The traditional way to detect worms in humans is through stool analysis. During the study, experts examine a fragment of feces for the presence of parasite eggs. To obtain the most reliable results, at least 2-4 studies are carried out with an interval of several days.
It makes it possible to detect pests such as:
- nematodes or roundworms.
- tape (custodes);
- trematous (triamed).
This parasite analysis, being quite simple, cannot claim the reliability of the results.
To obtain a reliable result, it is desirable to deliver a stool sample to the laboratory within 45 minutes after a bowel movement. If this is not possible, then you can store the container with the sample in the refrigerator, but not more than 8 hours.
Histology companion program
The next method used to diagnose worms in adults is a histological coprogram. This study involves microscopic analysis of the composition of the stool based on the study of its section. Such a procedure will reveal the larvae of worms, fragments of their bodies, as well as the presence of mature adults.
The disadvantage of this technique is the inability to determine the specific type of parasite that develops in the human body.
Blood
The most effective are studies based on the patient's blood. This analysis determines the antibodies and antigens contained in the blood to certain types of parasitic organisms. It also provides information on the type of helminth, its ability to reproduce and the amount.
Due to the fact that the helminthic invasion is characterized by the release of toxic parasite waste, the composition of the blood changes. This allows doctors to suspect the presence of worms.
A variant of this study is the enzyme immunoassay.
The sensitivity of this method is quite high (it reaches 90%). Even if other studies do not reveal the presence of worms, the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay provides comprehensive data on the type and prevalence of helminths.
Blood sampling for the study is carried out on an empty stomach, from a vein.
The blood sample is tested within 2-5 days. The results obtained are deciphered by the attending physician.
The analysis will allow monitoring of disease dynamics caused by helminthic invasion.
What parasitic diseases are identified by this study? The:
- ascariasis;
- Fasciolosis;
- amoeba;
- toxoplasmosis?
- yardage?
- retroorchiosis;
- cutaneous and visceral leishmaniasis.
- cysticercosis.
You can be tested for parasites in various private clinics, whose specialists guarantee fast results.
When to take
Sometimes helminthic invasions occur without strong symptoms, which greatly complicates both the possibility of diagnosis and timely treatment. However, there are distinctive features, including:
- persistent headaches;
- Frequent colds;
- constipation;
- Sleep disorder;
- nail fragility;
- the appearance of cracks on the heels.
- bowel disorder;
- itching in the anus.
Parasitic invasions are fraught with serious complications. A large number of worms attached to a ball can cause intestinal obstruction. Among other dangerous consequences are hypovitaminosis, beriberi, anemia, jaundice, chronic cell damage that causes the development of cancer.