Fascioliasis and its Causes
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What is the primary mode of infection for Fasciola hepatica?

  • Consumption of contaminated water from freshwater lakes
  • Direct contact with infected sheep or cattle
  • Inhalation of airborne parasite eggs
  • Ingestion of encysted metacercariae attached to watercress (correct)

    • Which factor is NOT listed as a predisposing factor for Fascioliasis?

  • Residing in low-lying swampy areas
  • Stress factors such as pregnancy and parturition
  • Living in areas subjected to frequent flood-irrigation
  • Consuming undercooked meat from infected animals (correct)

    • Where do the metacercariae of Fasciola hepatica primarily penetrate to initiate the infection?

  • Intestinal wall (correct)
  • Lungs
  • Liver parenchymal tissue
  • Biliary tree

    • What is the approximate time for maturation to reproductive adults in Fasciola hepatica?

    <p>Up to 4 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do both the immature worms and adults of Fasciola hepatica feed on?

    <p>Liver parenchymal tissue and epithelial cells lining the bile ducts</p> Signup and view all the answers

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