Publications by authors named "Ayse Seyer"
Article Synopsis
- A study in North Cyprus examined the prevalence of a specific intestinal parasite and its subtypes by collecting stool samples from 230 volunteers alongside demographic and health questionnaires.
- The results showed parasite infection rates of 10.5% via microscopy and 27.8% through PCR testing, with no significant associations found with demographic factors or gastrointestinal symptoms.
- The research indicates that this parasite might be a normal part of human intestinal flora, marking the first investigation into its epidemiology in North Cyprus.
PCR and DNA sequencing are currently the diagnostic methods of choice for detection of Blastocystis spp. and their suptypes. Fresh or frozen stool samples have disadvantages in terms of several aspects such as transportation, storage, and existence of PCR inhibitors.
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