Parasite-Tutorâ˘

For product, price and ordering information, call::
1-800-326-1685 (Hospitals/Gvt Accounts/Labs/Health Care Facilities)
1-800-624-8947 (Universities/Colleges)

Students, scientists and pathologists alike will treasure the wealth of information in this 90-minute, interactive computer program. It uses descriptive text, video clips, animation, illustrations and microscopic images to teach the morphologic identification of parasites in clinical specimens. The programs impressive collection of high resolution microscopic images were obtained through the use of a digital video microscope, not scanned from slides. That means theyre superior to printed images found in textbooks. Users can change magnification view for selected sample images; change stains for comparative viewing of selected microscopic images; view motility of selected parasites; see video clips of diagnostic techniques; and compare any two images side-by-side. Coverage begins with a comprehensive overview, and includes:: Blood Parasites -- Diagnostic techniques for detection, intracellular parasites, extracellular parasites, common artifacts that can be confused with blood parasites; Stool Parasites -- Diagnostic techniques, Protozoa, Helminths, common artifacts; Parasites from other sites, such as eyes, CSF, genitalia, skin, and urinary tract. An image index makes location easy; and a final exam made up of two separate tests provides detailed feedback.Windows / Macintosh / Network Compatible