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What is the typical shape of a nematode body in a cross-section?
What is the typical shape of a nematode body in a cross-section?
- Hexagonal
- Oval
- Round (correct)
- Triangular
What is the primary location for diagnosis of intestinal nematodes?
What is the primary location for diagnosis of intestinal nematodes?
- Blood samples
- Stool specimens (correct)
- Urine samples
- Tissue biopsies
Which of the following nematodes is characterized by the presence of eggs in the bloodstream?
Which of the following nematodes is characterized by the presence of eggs in the bloodstream?
- Wuchereria bancrofti (correct)
- Ancylostoma duodenale
- Trichinella spiralis
- Enterobius vermicularis
What is the primary mode of transmission for intestinal nematodes?
What is the primary mode of transmission for intestinal nematodes?
What is the characteristic feature of the cuticle in nematodes?
What is the characteristic feature of the cuticle in nematodes?
Which of the following is a common symptom of ascariasis?
Which of the following is a common symptom of ascariasis?
What is the primary function of the excretory system in nematodes?
What is the primary function of the excretory system in nematodes?
Which of the following nematodes is characterized by its ability to migrate through the body?
Which of the following nematodes is characterized by its ability to migrate through the body?
What is the primary method of prevention for intestinal nematode infections?
What is the primary method of prevention for intestinal nematode infections?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Trichuris trichiura eggs?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Trichuris trichiura eggs?