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What is the common name of the parasitic worm that inhabits the mucosa and submucosa of the duodenum and jejunum?
What is the common name of the parasitic worm that inhabits the mucosa and submucosa of the duodenum and jejunum?
- Hookworm
- Pinworm
- Thread Worm (correct)
- Pudoc Worm
Which parasitic worm has a habitat in the large intestine?
Which parasitic worm has a habitat in the large intestine?
- Enterobius vermicularis (correct)
- Capillaria philippinensis
- Ancylostoma duodenale
- Necator americanus
What is the mode of transmission of Strongyloides stercoralis?
What is the mode of transmission of Strongyloides stercoralis?
- Ingestion of raw or improperly cooked infected fish
- Direct hand-to-mouth contact
- Ingestion of larvae
- Skin penetration by larva (correct)
Which parasitic worm has a diagnostic stage of unembryonated egg?
Which parasitic worm has a diagnostic stage of unembryonated egg?
What is the definitive host of Ancylostoma duodenale?
What is the definitive host of Ancylostoma duodenale?
Which parasitic worm has a shape resembling a guitar or a flattened peanut?
Which parasitic worm has a shape resembling a guitar or a flattened peanut?
What is the habitat of Ascaris lumbricoides?
What is the habitat of Ascaris lumbricoides?
What is the mode of transmission of Trichuris trichiura?
What is the mode of transmission of Trichuris trichiura?
What is the life span of Ascaris lumbricoides?
What is the life span of Ascaris lumbricoides?
What is the diagnostic stage of Hookworms?
What is the diagnostic stage of Hookworms?
What is the characteristic shape of Trichuris trichiura?
What is the characteristic shape of Trichuris trichiura?
What is the common name of Ancylostoma duodenale?
What is the common name of Ancylostoma duodenale?
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Common name for parasitic worm in duodenum and jejunum?
Common name for parasitic worm in duodenum and jejunum?
Thread Worm
Parasitic worm in the large intestine?
Parasitic worm in the large intestine?
Enterobius vermicularis
Mode of transmission of Strongyloides stercoralis?
Mode of transmission of Strongyloides stercoralis?
Skin penetration by larva
Parasitic worm with unembryonated egg diagnostic stage?
Parasitic worm with unembryonated egg diagnostic stage?
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Definitive host of Ancylostoma duodenale?
Definitive host of Ancylostoma duodenale?
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Parasitic worm with a guitar or flattened peanut shape?
Parasitic worm with a guitar or flattened peanut shape?
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Habitat of Ascaris lumbricoides?
Habitat of Ascaris lumbricoides?
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Mode of transmission of Trichuris trichiura?
Mode of transmission of Trichuris trichiura?
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Lifespan of Ascaris lumbricoides?
Lifespan of Ascaris lumbricoides?
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Diagnostic stage of Hookworms?
Diagnostic stage of Hookworms?
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Characteristic shape of Trichuris trichiura?
Characteristic shape of Trichuris trichiura?
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Common name of Ancylostoma duodenale?
Common name of Ancylostoma duodenale?
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Study Notes
Parasitic Worms Overview
- Common name for the parasitic worm inhabiting the duodenum and jejunum: Hookworm
- Parasitic worm residing in the large intestine: Trichuris trichiura (whipworm)
Strongyloides stercoralis
- Mode of transmission: Fecal-oral route, often through contaminated soil or water.
Diagnostic Stages
- Parasitic worm with a diagnostic stage of unembryonated egg: Trichuris trichiura
- Diagnostic stage of Hookworms: Rhabditiform larvae
Hosts and Lifespan
- Definitive host of Ancylostoma duodenale: Humans
- Lifespan of Ascaris lumbricoides: Can live for 1 to 2 years in the human host.
Morphological Features
- Parasitic worm with a shape resembling a guitar or flattened peanut: Ancylostoma duodenale
- Characteristic shape of Trichuris trichiura: Long and thin, resembling a whip, with a tapered end.
Additional Parasitic Considerations
- Habitat of Ascaris lumbricoides: Primarily the small intestine, where it resides and matures.
- Mode of transmission of Trichuris trichiura: Ingestion of eggs from contaminated food or soil.
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