10 Questions
What is the primary function of the metacercaria stage in the life cycle of trematodes?
To infect the definitive host
Which of the following species is NOT a type of fluke?
Diphyllobothrium latum
What is the primary host for the species Clonorchis sinensis?
Human
Which of the following characteristics is NOT diagnostic for the species Echinococcus sp.?
Rhabditiform larvae
Which of the following is a common intermediate host for trematodes?
Snail
What is the primary role of the intermediate host in the life cycle of trematodes?
To facilitate the development of the cercaria stage
Which of the following species is characterized by the presence of a cercaria stage in its life cycle?
Schistosoma spp.
What is the distinct feature of the genus Diphyllobothrium?
It has a pseudophyllidean body shape
Which of the following parasitic worms is NOT a type of nematode?
Fasciola hepatica
What is the primary diagnostic feature of the species Paragonimus westermani?
Unique egg shape and size
Test your knowledge of parasitic worms, including trematodes, cestodes, and nematodes. Identify and learn about the different parts and functions of each species, as well as their diagnostic features and characteristics.
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