Life Cycle of Entamoeba Histolytica

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What is the mode of transmission for E. histolytica?

Airborne transmission
Waterborne transmission
Oral route transmission by contamination (correct)
Vector-borne transmission

What is the typical manifestation of intestinal amoebiasis caused by E. histolytica?

Bacillary dysentery
None of the above
Amoebic dysentery (correct)
Asymptomatic

Which of the following is a nonpathogenic intestinal amoeba?

Entamoeba coli (correct)
Entamoeba histolytica
All of the above
Entamoeba dispar

How is diagnosis of intestinal amoebiasis done?

<p>Stool examination (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic appearance of E. histolytica trophozoites in iodine preparation?

<p>Yellow to light brown (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Test your knowledge of the life cycle of Entamoeba histolytica with this informative quiz! From the mode of transmission to the stages of reproduction, this quiz covers all the essential details related to the life cycle of this parasitic amoeba. Sharpen your understanding by identifying keywords such as monogenic, binary fission, mature cyst, excystation, and metacyst. Become an expert on the life cycle of Entamoeba histolytica by taking this quiz now!