11 Questions
Where does the adult Taenia saginata worm inhabit?
Upper jejunum
How many proglottids can a Taenia saginata worm have?
1,000 to 4,000 proglottids
What is the shape of the ova of Taenia saginata?
Spherical
Which host serves as the intermediate host for Taenia saginata?
Cattle
What is the color of the ova of Taenia saginata?
Brownish
How many lateral branches does the uterus of a gravid proglottid of Taenia saginata have?
15 to 20 lateral branches
What is the infective stage of Taenia saginata?
Cysticercus bovis
Which parasite is responsible for the passage of proglottids or segments in the stool?
T.saginata
Where are the gravid proglottids of Taenia solium less active than those of T.saginata?
Intestines
Which symptom is associated with cysticercosis caused by Taenia solium?
Neurological deficits
How are humans mainly infected by Taenia solium?
Eating raw or improperly cooked pork
Test your knowledge about Taenia saginata, also known as the beef tapeworm. Learn about its characteristics, hosts, and life cycle in this quiz.
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