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Ascaris Lumbricoides: Intestinal Roundworm

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Which of the following parasites has a habitat in the mucosa and submucosa of the duodenum and jejunum?

Strongyloides stercoralis (correct)

Capillaria philippinensis

Enterobius vermicularis

Ancylostoma duodenale

What is the mode of transmission of Strongyloides stercoralis?

Skin penetration by larvae (correct)

Direct contact with infected animals

Ingestion of contaminated food and water

Inhalation of contaminated air

What is the common name of the parasite Ancylostoma duodenale?

Pinworm

Thread Worm

Old World Hookworm (correct)

New World Hookworm

What is the diagnostic stage of Enterobius vermicularis?

Embryonated Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following parasites has a mode of transmission through ingestion of raw or improperly cooked infected fish?

Capillaria philippinensis Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinctive feature of the eggs of Capillaria philippinensis?

Guitar or flattened peanut shape Signup and view all the answers

Which type of muscle is found in Ascaris lumbricoides?

Polymyarian Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mode of transmission of Ascaris lumbricoides?

Ingestion of fully embryonated eggs Signup and view all the answers

What is the habitat of Trichuris trichiura?

Large intestine Signup and view all the answers

What is the diagnostic stage of Trichuris trichiura?

Fertilized egg Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a symptom of Ascaris infection?

Ascaris pneumonitis Signup and view all the answers

What is the life span of Ascaris lumbricoides?

1-2 years Signup and view all the answers