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Which of the following specimens is most suitable for the identification of Trichinella spiralis?
Which of the following specimens is most suitable for the identification of Trichinella spiralis?
- Urine
- Skeletal muscle (correct)
- Cerebral spinal fluid
- Stool
Which of the following is the diagnostic stage of Trichinella spiralis?
Which of the following is the diagnostic stage of Trichinella spiralis?
- Eggs
- Encysted larvae (correct)
- Adult worms
- Cysts
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with the patient's presentation?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with the patient's presentation?
- Arthralgia
- Myalgia
- Worsening easy fatigability
- Fever (correct)
Based on the case history, which of the following is the most likely source of the patient's infection?
Based on the case history, which of the following is the most likely source of the patient's infection?
Which of the following findings is NOT consistent with the patient's presentation?
Which of the following findings is NOT consistent with the patient's presentation?
Which of the following diagnostic tests would be most helpful in confirming the diagnosis?
Which of the following diagnostic tests would be most helpful in confirming the diagnosis?
Which of the following is a common symptom of Trichinellosis that overlaps with Rheumatoid arthritis?
Which of the following is a common symptom of Trichinellosis that overlaps with Rheumatoid arthritis?
Under the microscope, which of the following would be observed in the muscle biopsy of a patient with Trichinellosis?
Under the microscope, which of the following would be observed in the muscle biopsy of a patient with Trichinellosis?
Which of the following treatments is recommended for Trichinellosis?
Which of the following treatments is recommended for Trichinellosis?
Which of the following laboratory findings is consistent with Trichinellosis?
Which of the following laboratory findings is consistent with Trichinellosis?
