Protozoa/Helminths — Flashcards

Giardia is a parasite commonly transmitted through consumption of poorly purified _____

What is the vector of Leishmania spp.?_____

What is the first intermediate host of Clonorchis sinensis?_____

How is Chagas Disease (Trypanosoma cruzi) transmitted?_____

Plasmodium vivax/ovale present with multiple, brick-red dots in RBCs, known as _____ dots

Outside of macrophages, Leishmania spp. are _____

What parasite is commonly associated with individuals who go camping and do not purify their water before consumption?_____

Which strain(s) of Plasmodium follow an irregular fever cycle?_____

Which strain(s) of Plasmodium infects all RBCs?_____

Schistosoma spp. mature in the _____ and then disseminate