Ascaris Lumbricoides: Characteristics and Classification
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What is the scientific name of the New World Hookworm?

  • Strongyloides Stercoralis
  • Necator Americanus (correct)
  • Ancylostoma Duodenale
  • Ancylostoma Braziliense

    • Which characteristic is unique to Ancylostoma Duodenale among the hookworms mentioned?

  • Skin penetration of filariform larvae
  • Median Cutting plates (correct)
  • Longest life span
  • Bulbous esophagus

    • What is the mode of transmission for Ancylostoma Caninum?

  • Autoinfection
  • Feed on embryonated ova
  • Ingestion of contaminated food
  • Skin penetration of filariform larvae (correct)

    • Which hookworm species has a life span of 14 years?

    <p>Necator Americanus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of Strongyloides Stercoralis that distinguishes it from hookworms?

    <p>Uterus with egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of the unfertilized ova of Ascaris Lumbricoides?

    <p>Elongated cylindrical shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease is caused by larvae migration of Ascaris Lumbricoides in the lungs?

    <p>Ascaris Pneumonitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of Trichuris Trichiura eggs?

    <p>Bi-polar plugs prominences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the body does Trichuris Trichiura primarily affect?

    <p>Large Intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mode of transmission for Ascaris Lumbricoides infection?

    <p>Ingestion of embryonated ova/eggs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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