Amoebic liver abscess can be diagnosed by demonstratig________________?
Correct answer: B. Trophozoites in the pus
- A. Cysts in the sterile pus
- B. Trophozoites in the pus
- C. Cysts in the intestine
- D. Trophozoites in the feces
Explanation
Amoebic liver abscess is supported by finding Entamoeba histolytica trophozoites in the abscess material, particularly near the abscess wall. Cysts usually remain in the intestinal lumen and are not expected in the sterile pus.
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