Toxoplasmosis and its Transmission

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Which of the following statements about Toxoplasma gondii is correct?

  • It is a virus that causes infections in humans.
  • It is a protozoan transmitted through consumption of raw or undercooked infected meat. (correct)
  • It can only be transmitted from cats to humans.
  • It is a bacterial infection commonly found in water sources.

How can Toxoplasma gondii be transmitted to a fetus?

  • Through airborne transmission from an infected individual.
  • An infected pregnant woman can transmit it to her fetus. (correct)
  • By consuming contaminated water.
  • Through direct contact with an infected cat.

Which animal is the only one that can shed oocysts of Toxoplasma gondii?

  • Cats (correct)
  • Cows
  • Dogs
  • Humans

What is the treatment of choice for toxoplasmosis?

<p>Sulfadiazine + pyrimethamine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of administering leucovorin with pyrimethamine for toxoplasmosis treatment?

<p>To protect against folate deficiency (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Giardia lamblia is incorrect?

<p>Infection occurs through ingestion of contaminated food. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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