Case Reports Microbiology 2025 Exercise 1: Microbiology Case Report: Strongyloides

Author

Anisha Misra, PhD, D(ABMM 

Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Institute

Cleveland Clinic Hospital

Cleveland, Ohio

Primary Audience: Pathologists and Clinical Scientists
Secondary Audience: Residents, Laboratory Technologist/Scientist (Includes all sub-specialty areas), Students, Pathologist Assistants, Laboratory Directors and Educators

Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:

• discuss the epidemiological factors influencing Strongyloides infections including geographic distribution, high-risk populations and potential routes of transmission;
• describe the clinical presentation of Strongyloides stercoralis infection, distinguishing between acute and chronic forms;
• evaluate the sensitivity and specificity of various laboratory diagnostic tests for Strongyloides – stool examination, serological, and molecular tests;
• identify the microscopic characteristics of Strongyloides from those of other helminths; and
• recognize the public health implications of Strongyloides infection, such as preventative measures, and screening recommendations.