Giardiasis : A Preliminary Study in a Tertiary Care Hospital of Uttar Pradesh

Background:Intestinal parasitic infection is one of the major health problems in several developing countries, including India. The world health organization(WHO) estimates that there are 800-1000 million cases of ascariasis,700-900 million hookworm infection,500 million trichuris,200 million giardiasis, and 500 million amoebasis. Aims: The aim of this study ware to determine the prevalence of Giardia sp. infections among the patients. Material and Methods:A total of 692 stool samples were examined for Protozoa and Helminths infection by routine microscopy. Results: There are eight different type of parasite detected. Out of which Giardia lamblia 28(24.13%) were seen.Conclusion: It is need to develop effective diagnostic, prevention and control strategies including health education and environmental hygiene.