Characterization of antigens of Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) eggs

Abstract Enterobiasis (pinworm infection) caused by Enterobius vermicularis is a common parasitic infection prevalent worldwide especially in children. Infection is diagnosed by microscopic detection of E. vermicularis eggs on perianal swabs. This study aimed to characterize the antigens of E. vermi...

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Main Authors: Y. B. N. Sanduni De Kostha, Sisira L. Pathirana, Shiroma M. Handunnetti, Sharmini Gunawardena
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2022-08-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-022-18303-8