No Trace of Blastocystis Parasite in Bats Caught in the Western and Southwestern Regions of Iran
ABSTRACT Background Blastocystis is a common parasite found in the human intestine, causing symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, and diarrhoea. Bats are potential hosts for this parasite, but little is known about their infection with Blastocystis. Objective Given the diversity of bat species in Iran, this study...