Viewing Parasitic Slide with Proper Objective for Suspected Parasite
Step 1: Rotate nosepiece to lowest power setting (4X)
Step 2: Turn power on
Step 3: Iris Diaphragm is open
Step 4: Handle slides by edges only
Step 5: Place slide on microscope stage
Step 6: Center specimen on the stage
Step 7: Focus using the coarse focus adjustment
Step 8: Focus using the fine adjustment knob
Step 9: Scan slide to find specimen
Step 10: Center specimen in view
Step 11: Rotate nosepiece to 10X objective
Step 12: Focus with fine adjustment knob only
Step 13: Check and adjust iris diaphragm for right amount of light
Step 14: Task Complete