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What does morphology in parasites refer to?
What does morphology in parasites refer to?
- Their life cycle outside the host
- The method of diagnosis for parasites
- Their geographical distribution
- Their size, shape, color, and organelles (correct)
Why is understanding morphology important in laboratory diagnosis of parasites?
Why is understanding morphology important in laboratory diagnosis of parasites?
- To differentiate between pathogenic and commensal organisms (correct)
- To select appropriate medication for treatment
- To determine the geographical distribution of parasites
- To identify the extracorporeal life stage of parasites
What factor determines the geographical distribution of parasites?
What factor determines the geographical distribution of parasites?
- The host's food habits (correct)
- The method of diagnosis
- The parasite's reproductive rate
- The size of the parasite
Why are parasites without intermediate hosts more widely distributed?
Why are parasites without intermediate hosts more widely distributed?
What crucial information can be obtained from understanding a parasite's extracorporeal life cycle?
What crucial information can be obtained from understanding a parasite's extracorporeal life cycle?
How can pathogenic parasites directly affect the host?
How can pathogenic parasites directly affect the host?
Which of the following is an indirect effect of parasites on the host?
Which of the following is an indirect effect of parasites on the host?
What is a deleterious effect caused by some parasites on the host?
What is a deleterious effect caused by some parasites on the host?
How do parasites compete with the host for resources?
How do parasites compete with the host for resources?
What aspect of medical parasitology involves discussion on pathology and clinical manifestations of infections?
What aspect of medical parasitology involves discussion on pathology and clinical manifestations of infections?
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