10 Questions
What is the natural habitat of Leishmania donovani in humans?
Reticuloendothelial system of the viscera
How does Leishmania donovani multiply in the host cells?
By longitudinal fission
Which organs are most severely affected in visceral leishmaniasis?
Liver, spleen, and bone marrow
What is the size range of the amastigote stage of Leishmania donovani?
2-3μm in length
What does reduced bone marrow activity coupled with cellular distraction in the spleen lead to in visceral leishmaniasis?
Anaemia, leukopenia, and thrombocytopenia
What is the result of increased production of globulin?
Hyperglobulinemia
In which region is kala-azar considered anthroponotic, meaning there is no other mammalian reservoir host other than humans?
Sub-Saharan Africa
Which sand fly is the vector for L.donovani donovani?
Phlebotomus sand fly
What is the characteristic post-kala-azar skin lesion referred to as?
Post-kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis
Which of the following is the drug of choice for treating visceral leishmaniasis?
Sodium stibogluconate
Test your knowledge on different species of Leishmania and the clinical diseases they cause, including Visceral leishmaniasis, Cutaneous leishmaniasis, and Mucocutaneous leishmaniasis. Explore the life cycle of Leishmania species and how they are transmitted by specific sand fly species.
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