Giardia and Cryptosporidium: From Molecules to Disease
by Guadalupe Ortega-Pierres, Simone M. Cacciò, Ronald Fayer, Theo G. Mank, Huw V. Smith, R.C. Andrew Thompson
February 2009
Giardia and Cryptosporidium are both parasites of considerable global interest due to the gastrointestinal problems the organisms can cause in humans as well as domestic and wild animals. This book presents a comprehensive overview of recent research. Chapters discuss topics from taxonomy, nomenclature and evolution to molecular epidemiology, advances in diagnostics and zoonotic, human and animal health issues.