Babesia – microscopic

EDTA blood 1 ml + blood smear

Microscopy

Reporting of results on the day the sample is received (Mon–Fri)

• Microscopic detection is possible from the 5^th day p.i. onwards.
• It is preferable to collect capillary blood (edge of the ear) and spread it onto a glass slide. The detection from capillary blood significantly increases sensitivity.