Parasitology Training Manual
Chilomastix mesnili
- Abbreviation: Cm
- Size of cyst: 6 - 10 microns
- Size of trophozoite: 6 - 20 microns
- Considered a non-pathogen.
- The trophozoites appear to be pear shaped with a prominent cytostome extending almost half the
length of the cell. The organism contains one anterior nucleus and 4 flagella.
- The cysts are generally lemon shaped or rounded with one central nucleus and a visible cytostome. They stain darkly and should not
be confused with yeast.
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Consulting
David M. Raymondo
MLT, CLS(m)
Professional Affiliation: Gamma-Dynacare Medical Laboratories, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Gamma-Dynacare is a Division of the Dynacare Health Group
