Cystoisospora

MICROBIOLOGY

  • Cystoisospora belli (formally Isospora) is a coccidian intracellular parasite.[7]
  • Mature oocysts are large (20 x 30 μm) and sporulate in the environment.[4]
    • Sporulated oocysts are infective.
    • Sporozoites penetrate enterocytes of small intestine where they develop into trophozoites.
  • Transmission occurs by ingestion of contaminated water and food, and infection is associated with immunosuppression.[1]
  • Cystoisosporiasis is endemic in tropical and subtropical areas of Central and South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.[12]

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Last updated: October 14, 2024