6 Questions
How many pairs of flagella do Aiaridia trophozoites possess?
Four pairs
In which part of the small intestine are Aiaridia trophozoites predominantly found attached?
Duodenum
How do trophozoites absorb nutrients from the intestinal lumen?
Pinocytosis
What is the organelle responsible for mediating attachment to the intestinal epithelium in Aiaridia trophozoites?
Adhesive disk (median bodies)
How is the replication process characterized in the trophic stage of Aiaridia trophozoites?
Asexual replication with binucleated state restoration
What occurs during the division process in Aiaridia trophozoites?
Each daughter cell receives one copy of each nuclei
Explore the characteristics and behavior of Giardia trophozoites, including their motility, flagella arrangement, and preference for attaching to epithelial cells in the small intestine. Learn about their distinctive erratic twisting motion and limited presence in stool samples.
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