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| Smear a small quantity of faeces on a clean microscope slide. Mix with a few drops of water or physiological saline. Place a coverslip over the smear. The faecal material should not be left in a lump in the centre of the coverslip but evenly spread so that the microscope illumination can shine through.
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Right Health and Safety Faeces may contain hazardous pathogens (bacteria, viruses etc). Appropriate hygiene and safety procedures should be employed. Local health and safety regulations should be observed. |
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