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==Overview==
==Overview==
Babesiosis is easy to diagnose but only if it is suspected.  It will not show up on any routine tests.  It must be suspected when a persons with exposure in an endemic area develops persistent fevers and hemolytic anemia.  Babesiosis can be diagnosed by direct examination of the blood (see photo), with [[serology]], or with [[PCR]]-based tests.  Other laboratory findings include decreased numbers of [[red blood cells]] and [[platelets]] on [[complete blood count]].


==References==
==References==
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