Vasilkova Method

The cornflower blue method is a method for diagnosing helminth infections, developed by the Soviet helminthologist Zinaida Grigorievna Vasilkova (1900-1958).

The method consists of examining the patient's stool to detect helminth eggs in it. In this case, a specially developed cornflower solution is used - a saturated solution of salt and glycerin. The feces are placed in this solution, mixed thoroughly and left for 10-20 minutes. During this time, helminth eggs, which have a heavier specific gravity than the solution, settle to the bottom of the vessel.

Then, using a pipette, the sediment is taken from the bottom of the vessel and examined under a microscope for the presence of parasite eggs. This method can detect helminth eggs more effectively than direct microscopy of raw stool.

The cornflower blue method is still widely used in clinical practice for the diagnosis of helminthiases. It is characterized by ease of implementation, availability of reagents and high sensitivity.

Cornflower method

The Vasil’kov method is a method for diagnosing helminth infections, developed by the Soviet helminthologist Z.G. Vasilkov. This method was proposed in the 1930s and is used to detect and identify various types of helminths in the human body.

The cornflower blue method is based on the use of special dyes that allow the visualization of helminths in body tissues. These dyes make it possible to identify not only adult helminths, but also their larvae and eggs.

To carry out the Vasilkova method, special tools are required, such as a microscope and dyes. It is also necessary to have experience with these tools and knowledge of the different types of worms.

The use of the Vasilkova method allows you to accurately determine the type of helminth, its quantity and location in the body. This allows for effective treatment and prevents the development of complications.

However, the Cornflower method is not the only method for diagnosing helminthiasis. It can be used in combination with other methods, such as stool ova testing or immunological tests.

In general, the Cornflower method is an important tool in the diagnosis of helminth infections and allows you to accurately determine their type and quantity. However, to obtain reliable results it is necessary to use it in combination with other diagnostic methods.