5 Questions
Which structure serves as the organ of attachment to host cells in members of Phylum Apicomplexa?
Apical complex
Toxoplasmosis affects which systems in the body?
Reproductive, nervous, skeletal muscles, and eyes
Which disease is caused by Toxoplasma gondii and affects nearly all warm-blooded animals and humans?
Toxoplasmosis
When was Toxoplasma sp. discovered?
1908
What is the distribution of Toxoplasma sp. parasite?
Worldwide, in some places 60% of the population are infected
Study Notes
Phylum Apicomplexa
- The apical complex serves as the organ of attachment to host cells in members of Phylum Apicomplexa.
Toxoplasmosis
- Toxoplasmosis affects the central nervous system, muscles, and eyes in the body.
Disease Caused by Toxoplasma gondii
- Toxoplasmosis is a disease caused by Toxoplasma gondii and affects nearly all warm-blooded animals and humans.
Discovery of Toxoplasma sp.
- Toxoplasma sp. was discovered in 1908.
Distribution of Toxoplasma sp.
- Toxoplasma sp. parasite is distributed globally, and can be found in all regions of the world.
Test your knowledge of Apicomplexa/ Sporozoa features with this quiz. Learn about the phylum formerly known as Sporozoa and its members' unique characteristics, including the apical complex and complex life cycles.
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