8 Questions
How is Toxoplasma gondii primarily transmitted to humans?
Congenital transmission from an infected mother
Which animals serve as intermediate hosts for Toxoplasma gondii?
Mammals and birds
Where is Toxoplasma gondii found inside the human body?
Inside reticuloendothelial cells and other nucleated cells
What is the main reservoir of infection for Toxoplasma gondii?
Cats
What is the main route of transmission for Toxoplasma gondii from cat feces to humans?
Accidental ingestion of oocysts
Which of the following conditions is NOT commonly associated with toxoplasmosis in humans?
Malaria
Which trimester infection generally results in stillbirth or major CNS anomalies?
First trimester
What is the commonly used treatment for Toxoplasma infection in healthy immunocompetent individuals?
Pyrimethamine and sulphadiazine plus folinic acid
Learn about Toxoplasma gondii, a widespread protozoan parasite infecting numerous animals and birds worldwide. Discover its life cycle involving feline hosts, intermediate hosts, and its intracellular habitat.
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