Morphology of Microfilariae
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What is the typical length of a microfilaria?

  • 250-300 µm (correct)
  • 350-400 µm
  • 50-70 µm
  • 100-150 µm
  • What is the primary mode of transmission of lymphatic filariasis?

  • Direct contact with infected individuals
  • Airborne transmission
  • Infected mosquito bites (correct)
  • Contaminated food and water
  • In which part of the body do microfilariae circulate?

  • Nervous system
  • Muscular system
  • Lymphatic system
  • Bloodstream (correct)
  • What is the periodicity of microfilariae in peripheral circulation?

    <p>Nocturnal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which species of mosquito is the primary vector of lymphatic filariasis in India?

    <p>Culex fatigans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definitive host of lymphatic filariasis?

    <p>Human</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common manifestation of filariasis?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the fever in acute adenolymphangitis?

    <p>High and sudden in onset</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of rupture of lymph varices?

    <p>Lymphorrhagia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical progression of lymphedema?

    <p>Starting around the ankle and spreading to the back of the foot and leg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the largest reported size of a hydrocele?

    <p>Over 100 kilograms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the delayed sequel to repeated lymphangitis, obstruction, and lymphedema?

    <p>Elephantiasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the shape of the tail of the female Wuchereria Bancrofti worm?

    <p>Straight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which region is Brugia malayi primarily distributed?

    <p>India and Far-East</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do the adult worms of Lymphatic filariasis reside?

    <p>Lymphatic system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the female worms of Wuchereria Bancrofti produce microfilariae?

    <p>They release microfilariae directly into lymph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the microfilariae of Wuchereria Bancrofti in terms of their presence in the blood?

    <p>They are present in the blood only at night</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate lifespan of the adult Wuchereria Bancrofti worm?

    <p>10-15 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

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