Scabies mite magnification
Dermatology Nitrous Oxide / Bites Bites--Scabies




Scabies mite magnification

John L. Bezzant, M.D.

The scraping is viewed under the microscope at low magnification. The scabies mite measures about .1 to .3 mm in diameter, and is not visible with the naked eye, but very slight magnification will make it visible.