Abstract: Detection and identification standard of hookworm—Hookworm larvae coproculture techniques (WS/T 791—2021) is the first recommended technical standard for hookworm detection and species identification using the hookworm larvae coproculture technique in China. This standard was issued on November 23, 2021, and had been in effect since May 1, 2022. This article provides a detailed interpretation pertaining to the background, drafting process, main contents, and dos and don’ts for better understanding and application of this standard among professionals working in disease control and prevention institutions and medical institutions.

Key words: Hookworm, Hookworm larvae, Coproculture, Species identification, Technical standard

摘要： 《钩虫检测及虫种鉴定标准 钩蚴培养法》（WS/T 791—2021）是我国第一个采用钩蚴培养法对钩虫进行检测和虫种鉴定的推荐性技术标准。该标准于2021年11月23日发布，自2022年5月1日起开始实施。为使各级疾病预防控制机构和医疗机构专业技术人员更好地熟悉、掌握和应用该标准，本文从立项背景、编制过程、主要内容、注意事项等方面对该标准进行了详细解读。

关键词: 钩虫, 钩蚴, 培养, 虫种鉴定, 技术标准