摘要 |
This invention provides methods and compositions for the analysis of parasites in fecal samples. A parasitological fixative is provided which contains glyceraldehyde, a salt of an organic acid, organic solvent and water. The parasitological fixative does not contain formaldehyde, formalin or other harmful chemicals commonly associated with fixative compositions. The invention further describes a slide fixative composition comprising a protein solution, glycerin and an adhesion enhancing agent which improves the adhesion of sample components to a microscope slide.
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