describe the proper protocol for reporting the results of a

describe the proper protocol for reporting the results of a stained fecal smear examination

Solution

Protocol for reporting the results of a stained fecal smear examination includes:

1. Any observed parasite is reported by scientific name including genus, name of species and stage present.

2. Blood cells i.e. RBCs, WBCs and other certain cellular elements such as Blastocystis hominis, yeast, macrophages, which are identifiable clearly are reported semi quantitatively.

3. Charcot-Leyden crystals may be reported.

4. The quantification can be done as:

Few: 2 average number of cells, organisms etc. counted in 10 oil immersion fields.

Moderate: 3-9 average number of cells, organisms etc. counted in 10 oil immersion fields.

Many: 10 average number of cells, organisms etc. counted in 10 oil immersion fields.