📋Overview
Babesiosis is a malaria-like illness caused by microscopic parasites, primarily Babesia microti, that infect the circulatory system. The condition is most commonly transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected Ixodes tick.
The infection is characterized by the invasion and destruction of red blood cells. It is recognized as a modern clinical term for this parasitic disease, which occurs in the United States and other regions worldwide.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0004576Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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