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Which type of host harbors the adult parasite where it replicates sexually?
Which type of host harbors the adult parasite where it replicates sexually?
What is the term used to describe an association where one partner benefits without causing detectable harm to the other?
What is the term used to describe an association where one partner benefits without causing detectable harm to the other?
Which term describes a disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans?
Which term describes a disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans?
In the classification of protozoa, which phylum contains Ciliates?
In the classification of protozoa, which phylum contains Ciliates?
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What is the only amoeboid organism mentioned in the text that is of medical importance?
What is the only amoeboid organism mentioned in the text that is of medical importance?
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Which category of parasites includes helminths?
Which category of parasites includes helminths?
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What term is used to describe parasites that live within the body of the host?
What term is used to describe parasites that live within the body of the host?
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Which type of parasite multiplies within its vertebrate host, often inside cells?
Which type of parasite multiplies within its vertebrate host, often inside cells?
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What is the term used to describe parasites that live on the surface of the body?
What is the term used to describe parasites that live on the surface of the body?
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Which infectious agents are generally excluded when using the term 'parasite'?
Which infectious agents are generally excluded when using the term 'parasite'?
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Which organelle in trophozoites plays a key role in the destruction and necrosis of tissue in the host?
Which organelle in trophozoites plays a key role in the destruction and necrosis of tissue in the host?
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What is the most effective antinaeglerial agent for PAM, as mentioned in the text?
What is the most effective antinaeglerial agent for PAM, as mentioned in the text?
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What is the primary mode of transmission for E.histolytica when cysts are ingested by a human host?
What is the primary mode of transmission for E.histolytica when cysts are ingested by a human host?
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How are N. fowleri amoebae usually cultivated in the laboratory?
How are N. fowleri amoebae usually cultivated in the laboratory?
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Which specific anatomical site is invaded by metacystic trophozoites resulting in ultimate lodging in the submucous tissue?
Which specific anatomical site is invaded by metacystic trophozoites resulting in ultimate lodging in the submucous tissue?
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Which type of vector is described as being essential in the life cycle of the parasite?
Which type of vector is described as being essential in the life cycle of the parasite?
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What is the process where chromatin materials are concentrated into bars within the cytoplasm of cysts?
What is the process where chromatin materials are concentrated into bars within the cytoplasm of cysts?
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What is the main way in which humans can acquire Giardia lamblia infection?
What is the main way in which humans can acquire Giardia lamblia infection?
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What is the key factor that determines the pathogenicity of E.histolytica within a host?
What is the key factor that determines the pathogenicity of E.histolytica within a host?
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What characteristic differentiates trophozoites from cysts of Giardia lamblia?
What characteristic differentiates trophozoites from cysts of Giardia lamblia?
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Which method is commonly used for diagnosing Entamoeba histolytica by microscopic identification in stool samples?
Which method is commonly used for diagnosing Entamoeba histolytica by microscopic identification in stool samples?
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What distinguishes Entamoeba dispar from E.histolytica based on their cysts?
What distinguishes Entamoeba dispar from E.histolytica based on their cysts?
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Which drug is recommended for asymptomatic infections of Entamoeba histolytica?
Which drug is recommended for asymptomatic infections of Entamoeba histolytica?
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How does Naegleria fowleri enter the human body to cause infection?
How does Naegleria fowleri enter the human body to cause infection?
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What is the likely outcome in a patient infected with Naegleria fowleri?
What is the likely outcome in a patient infected with Naegleria fowleri?
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What is the mechanism by which trophozoites attach to the mucosal surface of the duodenum and jejunum?
What is the mechanism by which trophozoites attach to the mucosal surface of the duodenum and jejunum?
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What is the primary method of transmission for Trichomonas vaginalis?
What is the primary method of transmission for Trichomonas vaginalis?
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Which diagnostic method involves swallowing a gelatin capsule with a nylon string to obtain upper intestine specimens for examination?
Which diagnostic method involves swallowing a gelatin capsule with a nylon string to obtain upper intestine specimens for examination?
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Which parasite is responsible for inflammation and shortening of villi in the small intestine, leading to nutrient uptake blockage?
Which parasite is responsible for inflammation and shortening of villi in the small intestine, leading to nutrient uptake blockage?
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Which antibiotic is known to treat giardiasis effectively in a single dose and causes less nausea compared to Metronidazole?
Which antibiotic is known to treat giardiasis effectively in a single dose and causes less nausea compared to Metronidazole?
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What is the critical step in the pathogenesis of T.vaginalis?
What is the critical step in the pathogenesis of T.vaginalis?
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Which of the following plays a distinct role in the pathogenesis and evasion of host immunity by T.vaginalis?
Which of the following plays a distinct role in the pathogenesis and evasion of host immunity by T.vaginalis?
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What can cause an increase in the incidence and risk of aggressive prostate cancers?
What can cause an increase in the incidence and risk of aggressive prostate cancers?
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In which body part can Pentatrichomonas hominis infect human beings?
In which body part can Pentatrichomonas hominis infect human beings?
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What is the most traditional method for the diagnosis of trichomoniasis?
What is the most traditional method for the diagnosis of trichomoniasis?
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