TWiP 144: A blood-free snip
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The TWiPtomaniacs solve the case of the Boy With Visual Disturbances and Itching, and discuss identifying secreted and excreted proteins of Trichinella parasites.
Hosts:\\xa0Vincent Racaniello, Dickson Despommier, and\\xa0Daniel Griffin
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Links for this episode:
- Malaria plasmepsins involved in invasion and egress (Science)
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- Letters read\\xa0on TWiP 144
Case Study for TWiP 144
Individual in 30s, male, presented to physician with stomach upset, uncomfortable feeling in legs. Has motile objects in stools. From Vancouver BC, was eating salmon, reports was either dried/smoked or marinated. Not sure if this is relevant. Brought motile objects to physician.
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Music by\\xa0Ronald Jenkees
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