Details - Public Health Image Library(PHIL)

ID#:

15698

Caption:

This photomicrograph of an appendiceal tissue specimen, reveals the presence of a female pinworm, Enterobius vermicularis, previously known as Oxyuris vermicularis, which had been cut in cross-section. Note the intrauterine eggs contained within the adult worm. This view is at a higher magnification than that seen in PHIL 16100.

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Content Provider(s):

CDC/ Dr. George R. Healy

Creation Date:

1971

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Categories:

CDC Organization