10 Questions
Where is Fasciola Hepatica most prevalent?
Areas with wet climates and high humidity
What is the common name for Fasciola Hepatica?
Liver fluke
Where does Fasciola Hepatica attach itself within the host's body?
Bile ducts within the liver
How do humans or animals get infected with Fasciola Hepatica?
By ingesting contaminated water or food
What is the lifespan of Fasciola Hepatica?
Up to 10 years
What is the common name for Fasciola Hepatica?
Liver fluke
Where is Fasciola Hepatica most prevalent?
Areas with wet climates and high humidity
How do humans or animals get infected with Fasciola Hepatica?
Ingesting contaminated water or food
What does Fasciola Hepatica feed on within the host's body?
Blood and tissue fluids
What is the lifespan of Fasciola Hepatica?
Up to 10 years
Study Notes
Fasciola Hepatica
- Commonly known as the liver fluke, a parasitic flatworm.
- Most prevalent in temperate and tropical regions, particularly in areas with poor sanitation and hygiene.
Infection and Habitat
- Fasciola Hepatica attaches itself to the bile ducts within the host's liver.
- Humans and animals get infected with Fasciola Hepatica by consuming contaminated food or water with metacercariae, the encysted larval stage.
Life Cycle and Nutrition
- The lifespan of Fasciola Hepatica is approximately 10-15 years.
- The parasite feeds on the host's bile, liver tissue, and blood within the bile ducts.
Geographic Distribution
- Fasciola Hepatica is most prevalent in regions with high humidity, rainfall, and temperature, such as Ireland, Scotland, and parts of Europe, Asia, and South America.
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