Protozoa/Helminths — Flashcards

The trophozoites of Plasmodium _____ are small rings

Compared to Cryptosporidium causing watery diarrhea, _____ causes bloody diarrhea

_____ is a CNS protozoal infection caused by Trypanosoma brucei subspecies that is diagnosed by a blood smear.

How is Babesiosis (Babesia spp.) transmitted?_____

Trichinella spiralis is a helminth commonly found in _____ (food)

What is the host of Leishmania braziliensis?_____

Which two hookworms are found in the southern U.S.?_____

Hypnozoites of Plasmodium vivax and ovale are found in _____

What is the intermediate host of Paragonimus westermani?_____

Cryptosporidium is highly resistant to chlorination, therefore _____ is used to remove the parasite from water