The indirect immunofluorescence assay (IFA) is a test used to detect antibodies attached to Balamuthia amebas in body tissues. In contrast, immunohistochemistry (IHC) uses specific antibodies against Balamuthia to detect the amoebas. Finally, a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) molecular assay can detect Balamuthia DNA.
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