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What is the main organ of attachment between the host and the tapeworm?
What is the main organ of attachment between the host and the tapeworm?
What are the main organs present in mature segments of tapeworms?
What are the main organs present in mature segments of tapeworms?
Which part of the tapeworm contains immature segments?
Which part of the tapeworm contains immature segments?
What is the characteristic morphology of Hymenolepis nana?
What is the characteristic morphology of Hymenolepis nana?
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What is the appropriate method for the diagnosis of Hymenolepis nana?
What is the appropriate method for the diagnosis of Hymenolepis nana?
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What is the length range of the Hymenolepis nana, the dwarf tapeworm?
What is the length range of the Hymenolepis nana, the dwarf tapeworm?
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How many suckers does the scolex of Hymenolepis nana have?
How many suckers does the scolex of Hymenolepis nana have?
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What is the infective stage of Hymenolepis nana?
What is the infective stage of Hymenolepis nana?
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Where does the adult Hymenolepis nana inhabit in the definitive host?
Where does the adult Hymenolepis nana inhabit in the definitive host?
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How is Hymenolepis nana usually transmitted to humans?
How is Hymenolepis nana usually transmitted to humans?
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Study Notes
Tapeworm Attachment and Structure
- The main organ of attachment between the host and the tapeworm is the scolex.
- Mature segments of tapeworms, known as proglottids, contain reproductive organs including testes and ovaries.
Morphology and Diagnosis of Hymenolepis nana
- Hymenolepis nana, or the dwarf tapeworm, is characterized by a small size and unique morphology including a scolex with suckers and hooks.
- Diagnosis of Hymenolepis nana is usually done through stool examination, often identifying eggs in the feces.
Size and Segmentation
- Hymenolepis nana typically ranges from 1 to 4 centimeters in length.
- The anterior part of the tapeworm contains immature segments, while the posterior end consists of mature segments.
Infection and Transmission
- The scolex of Hymenolepis nana has four suckers that assist in attachment.
- The infective stage of Hymenolepis nana is the egg, which can be transmitted to humans through contaminated food or surfaces.
Habitat
- Adult Hymenolepis nana primarily inhabits the intestines of the definitive host, often in the small intestine.
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Description
This quiz covers the general characteristics of cestodes (tapeworms), classification according to habitat, characteristic morphology, geographical distribution, life cycle, pathology, clinical manifestations, and diagnosis of Hymenolepis nana. Test your knowledge on these topics related to tapeworms.
