- Disease: Cryptosporidiosis
- Habitat in human: Intestinal tract; occasionally in lungs if infected through inhalation
- Diagnosis of infection: Microscopic examination of faeces to detect oocysts
Morphological Features of Oocyst
- Size: 3-6 µm (usual range: 4-5 µm)
- Shape: Spherical or oval
- Thick wall
- Nonmotile
