Impact of Blastocystis carriage and colonization intensity on gut microbiota composition in a non-westernized rural population from Colombia
Author summary Blastocystis is a common intestinal protist found in humans and animals, but its role in health and disease remains unclear. Some studies suggest that Blastocystis colonization is associated with healthier lifestyles and diverse gut microbiota,…
Introduction Blastocystis is an ubiquitous intestinal protist, commonly detected in both humans and animals worldwide [1,2]. Despite its frequent occurrence in human stool samples, its role in human… [+52582 chars]
