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How is Entamoeba coli distinguished from E.histolytica?
How is Entamoeba coli distinguished from E.histolytica?
- By having a thin nuclear envelope
- By having mature cysts with 4 nuclei
- By having chromatoidal bodies with rounded ends (correct)
- By having a prominent endosome
What characteristic helps in differentiating Entamoeba coli from E.histolytica?
What characteristic helps in differentiating Entamoeba coli from E.histolytica?
- Eccentric endosome
- Endosome with a prominent knob
- Large glycogen vacuole (correct)
- Multiple nuclei in mature cysts
In what way is Entamoeba coli morphologically different from Entamoeba histolytica?
In what way is Entamoeba coli morphologically different from Entamoeba histolytica?
- Presence of splintered chromatoidal bodies (correct)
- Eccentric endosome
- Size being smaller
- Thin nuclear envelope
What is a distinguishing feature of Endolimax nana?
What is a distinguishing feature of Endolimax nana?
Which amoeba has mature cysts with 4 nuclei?
Which amoeba has mature cysts with 4 nuclei?
How can Entamoeba coli be differentiated from Entamoeba dispar?
How can Entamoeba coli be differentiated from Entamoeba dispar?
What are the common symptoms associated with Entamoeba coli infection?
What are the common symptoms associated with Entamoeba coli infection?
How can Entamoeba histolytica be differentiated from nonpathogenic Entamoeba dispar?
How can Entamoeba histolytica be differentiated from nonpathogenic Entamoeba dispar?
What is the common method for diagnosing Entamoeba histolytica using stool samples?
What is the common method for diagnosing Entamoeba histolytica using stool samples?
Which blood examination finding is commonly seen in cases of Entamoeba coli infection?
Which blood examination finding is commonly seen in cases of Entamoeba coli infection?
What is the treatment of choice for symptomatic intestinal or extraintestinal Entamoeba coli infections?
What is the treatment of choice for symptomatic intestinal or extraintestinal Entamoeba coli infections?
Which diagnostic method is useful for identifying trophozoites in aspirates or biopsy samples of Entamoeba coli obtained during colonoscopy or surgery?
Which diagnostic method is useful for identifying trophozoites in aspirates or biopsy samples of Entamoeba coli obtained during colonoscopy or surgery?
What is the process of excystation?
What is the process of excystation?
What is the main pathogenic mechanism of E.histolytica in causing intestinal amoebiasis?
What is the main pathogenic mechanism of E.histolytica in causing intestinal amoebiasis?
What may occur about 1-3 months after the disappearance of dysentery in individuals with intestinal amoebiasis?
What may occur about 1-3 months after the disappearance of dysentery in individuals with intestinal amoebiasis?
What are some factors that influence the pathogenicity of E.histolytica infections?
What are some factors that influence the pathogenicity of E.histolytica infections?
How does E.histolytica cause extraintestinal amoebiasis?
How does E.histolytica cause extraintestinal amoebiasis?
What is a common outcome when small abscesses in the liver merge due to E.histolytica infection?
What is a common outcome when small abscesses in the liver merge due to E.histolytica infection?
