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The ENZYMEBA test: detection of intestinal Entamoeba histolytica infection by immuno-enzymatic detection of histolysain
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 06 April 2009
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We describe a new, improved test for the detection of intestinal infection by Entamoeba histolytica. The test depends upon immunoadsorption of the E. histolytica cysteine proteinase, histolysain, from faecal samples, and subsequent visual detection of the enzyme by a colour reaction. With samples from 200 volunteers, results agreed closely with those obtained by the conventional microscopic technique, and there were no false positive reactions with samples containing other parasites. The test is suitable for use either in the laboratory or in the field.
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