Balantidium coli: Parasitology and Characteristics
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What is the current name of the organism initially called Paramecium coli?

  • Neobalantidium spp. (correct)
  • Balantidiasis coli
  • Paramecium coli
  • Balantidium coli

    • What is the shape of the cyst of Balantidium coli?

  • Spherical
  • Ovoid
  • Rectangular
  • Spherical to ovoid (correct)

    • What is the function of the mucocysts in Balantidium coli?

  • Locomotion
  • Extrusion (correct)
  • Osmoregulation
  • Nutrient uptake

    • What is the mode of transmission of Balantidium coli?

    <p>Ingestion of contaminated food and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the incubation period of Balantidium coli?

    <p>4-5 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do the trophozoites of Balantidium coli inhabit?

    <p>Cecum and large intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the trophozoites attacking the intestinal epithelium?

    <p>Ulcer formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the trophozoites of Balantidium coli reproduce?

    <p>Asymmetric binary fission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of hyaluronidase in Balantidium coli infection?

    <p>Breaking down the host's tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the natural host of Balantidium coli?

    <p>Pigs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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