10 Questions
What is the scientific name of the New World Hookworm?
Necator Americanus
Which characteristic is unique to Ancylostoma Duodenale among the hookworms mentioned?
Median Cutting plates
What is the mode of transmission for Ancylostoma Caninum?
Skin penetration of filariform larvae
Which hookworm species has a life span of 14 years?
Necator Americanus
What is a characteristic feature of Strongyloides Stercoralis that distinguishes it from hookworms?
Uterus with egg
What is the characteristic feature of the unfertilized ova of Ascaris Lumbricoides?
Elongated cylindrical shape
Which disease is caused by larvae migration of Ascaris Lumbricoides in the lungs?
Ascaris Pneumonitis
What is a characteristic feature of Trichuris Trichiura eggs?
Bi-polar plugs prominences
Which part of the body does Trichuris Trichiura primarily affect?
Large Intestine
What is the mode of transmission for Ascaris Lumbricoides infection?
Ingestion of embryonated ova/eggs
Learn about the scientific name, common name, habitat, classification of adult, characteristic of ova, disease treatment, mode of transmission, and infective stage of the Ascaris Lumbricoides (Giant Intestinal Roundworm). Test your knowledge on this parasitic worm.
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