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Waterborne protozoan pathogens

M M Marshall1, D Naumovitz, Y Ortega

  • 1Department of Veterinary Science, University of Arizona, Tucson 85721, USA. marshalm@u.arizona.edu

Clinical Microbiology Reviews
|January 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Protozoan parasites frequently cause waterborne disease outbreaks. This review details common parasites, their detection, and water industry challenges for public health protection.

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Area of Science:

  • Environmental microbiology
  • Public health
  • Parasitology

Background:

  • Protozoan parasites are primary causes of waterborne disease outbreaks.
  • Key waterborne protozoa include Giardia lamblia, Cryptosporidium parvum, and Naegleria fowleri.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review protozoan parasites in waterborne outbreaks.
  • To discuss detection methods and water industry regulations.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of waterborne protozoa.
  • Analysis of water quality testing methods and regulations.

Main Results:

  • Protozoa are major etiological agents in waterborne disease.
  • Limitations exist in current water-testing methods for parasites like Giardia lamblia and Cryptosporidium parvum.
  • Federal regulations impact water quality testing.

Conclusions:

  • Clinical laboratories are crucial for detecting infectious organisms.
  • Cooperative planning among healthcare professionals and public health is vital.
  • Addressing protozoan contamination requires improved detection and regulatory oversight.

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