Urogenital Parasites in Ruminants Quiz
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Which urogenital parasite can lead to hematuria and reduced fertility in ruminants?

  • Genital Myiasis
  • Schistosomes (correct)
  • Cryptosporidium
  • Trichomonas foetus
  • What health issues can Trichomonas foetus cause in cattle?

  • Urinary tract infections and abortion
  • Diarrhea and infertility
  • Early embryonic death and infertility (correct)
  • Hematuria and abortion
  • Which protozoan parasite is known for causing diarrheal disease but can also affect the urinary tract of ruminants?

  • Schistosomes
  • Cryptosporidium (correct)
  • Genital Myiasis
  • Trichomonas foetus
  • Which urogenital parasite can infest the reproductive organs of ruminants and cause severe discomfort?

    <p>Genital Myiasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which urogenital parasite can cause schistosomiasis, a disease characterized by damage to the urinary bladder and reproductive organs?

    <p>Schistosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which urogenital parasite can lead to early embryonic death and infertility in cattle?

    <p>Trichomonas foetus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definitive host for schistosomes?

    <p>Mammal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do adult female schistosomes release eggs in the definitive host's body?

    <p>Blood vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of miracidia in the life cycle of schistosomes?

    <p>Develop into sporocysts in snails</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a human or animal comes into contact with water containing cercariae?

    <p>The larvae migrate to the urinary bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of urogenital schistosomiasis on cattle?

    <p>Hematuria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which organ do mature adult schistosomes prefer to reside in cattle?

    <p>Urinary bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can urogenital schistosomiasis affect the reproductive performance of cattle?

    <p>Cause early embryonic death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intermediate host for miracidia in the life cycle of schistosomes?

    <p>Freshwater snail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is released from the snail and swims freely in water during the life cycle of schistosomes?

    <p>Cercariae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which parasitic flatworm belongs to the class Trematoda?

    <p>Schistosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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