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Babesiosis (Maltese cross forms)

Smear · Parasites and inclusions

Blood smear of Babesia microti , annotated. Wright's stain. This is a case of high-grade parasitemia which required apheresis.
Blood smear of Babesia microti , annotated. Wright's stain. This is a case of high-grade parasitemia which required apheresis.

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