Visceral Larva Migrans

Visceral larva migrans (VLM) is a condition in humans caused by the migratory larvae of certain nematode species Serology offers almost the only prospect of specific diagnosis.

Please contact the Department of Clinical Parasitology where further information is required regarding testing for filariasis, strongyloidiasis, toxocariasis and other helminths where appropriate.

Please see specific sections for the diagnosis of helminth infections in this manual.