babesiosis

Many different species of Babesia parasites have been found in animals, but only a few in humans. Babesia infection can range in severity from asymptomatic to life threatening. The infection is both treatable and preventable.

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

 

 

 

Our Focus: 

CERID is studying the use of reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (PCR) for detection of Babesia microti parasites.