https://doi.org/10.4081/mm.2024.12287
Detection of free-living amoeba in a tertiary care hospital
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This study aims to investigate the presence of Free-Living Amoebae (FLA), particularly Acanthamoeba spp., in diverse water systems and body fluids within a hospital. Water and body fluid samples were collected from various locations. Cultivation of FLA was performed using Non-Nutrient Agar (NNA) culture with Escherichia coli, and microscopic observations after staining. Microscopic observations revealed the presence of Acanthamoeba spp. in pre-dialysis tank water and dental flush water samples. The identification of Acanthamoeba in specific water sources underscores the importance of continuous monitoring and preventive strategies to mitigate potential health risks.
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Choudhuri, N., Chaudhuri, B. N., Guchhait, P., Dawn, A. K., & Das, S. (2024). Detection of free-living amoeba in a tertiary care hospital. Microbiologia Medica, 39(1). https://doi.org/10.4081/mm.2024.12287
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