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In formol ether concentration technique, which layer contain the parasites?

A
Ether
B
Fecal debris
C
Formal water
D
Sediment
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. D. Sediment. (Ref. Medical parasitology by Rajesh Karyakarte 1st ed/pg. 215; Fig. 12-2)Concentration techniques include:# Sedimentation techniques- Formol ether concentration technique- Formol detergent concentration technique# Floatation techniques- Sodium chloride floatation techniques- Zinc sulphate floatation technique- Sugar floatation techniqueFormol ether concentration technique is overall best sedimentation technique. It is rapid and gives good results. The figure shown in reference mentioned clearly shows sediment-containing parasites.

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