Answer: Hard Tick This was definitely a challenging one – including for me when I first saw this case. I think that most of us are not used to seeing ticks cut in histologic section (usually this isn’t necessary for identification!), but there are some characteristic features that allow for easy identification of this case. [...]
Need a colonscopy and want to compare prices? Much like you can compare prices for other goods and services, if you plan on getting those from a Minnesota health care facility, you can see what it costs across the state. A colooscopy will run you $924 in Duluth compared with $426 in St. Cloud. This [...]
The following “skin tag” was removed from the groin of a middle-aged male. Identification?
Answer: Plasmodium falciparum The key identifying features are: 1. The infected RBCs are not enlarged (compared to the enlarged RBCs infected by P. ovale and P. vivax. 2. Parasite rings are small and delicate, occupying approximately 1/3 of RBC diameter. 3. Applique or Accole forms are present. These are rings that appear to be ‘stuck’ [...]
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