Textbook Question
Hookworm disease is caused by ____________ in the Middle East.
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Ch. 23 - Parasitic Protozoa, Helminths, and Arthropod Vectors
Bauman6th EditionMicrobiology with Diseases by TaxonomyISBN: 9780134832302
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Table of contents
- Ch. 1 - A Brief History of Microbiology31
- Ch. 2 - The Chemistry of Microbiology28
- Ch. 3 - Cell Structure and Function39
- Ch. 4 - Microscopy, Staining, and Classification25
- Ch. 5 - Microbial Metabolism51
- Ch. 6 - Microbial Nutrition and Growth37
- Ch. 7 - Microbial Genetics51
- Ch. 8 - Recombinant DNA Technology21
- Ch. 9 - Controlling Microbial Growth in the Environment36
- Ch. 10 - Controlling Microbial Growth in the Body: Antimicrobial Drugs21
- Ch. 11 - Characterizing and Classifying Prokaryotes29
- Ch. 12 - Characterizing and Classifying Eukaryotes34
- Ch. 13 - Characterizing and Classifying Viruses, Viroids, and Prions23
- Ch. 14 - Infection, Infectious Diseases, and Epidemiology35
- Ch. 15 - Innate Immunity34
- Ch. 16 - Adaptive Immunity21
- Ch. 17 - Immunization and Immune Testing29
- Ch. 18 - Immune Disorders22
- Ch. 19 - Pathogenic Gram-Positive Bacteria25
- Ch. 20 - Pathogenic Gram-Negative Cocci and Bacilli28
- Ch. 21 - Rickettsias, Chlamydias, Spirochetes, and Vibrios25
- Ch. 22 - Pathogenic Fungi47
- Ch. 23 - Parasitic Protozoa, Helminths, and Arthropod Vectors44
- Ch. 24 - Pathogenic DNA Viruses23
- Ch. 25 - Pathogenic RNA Viruses30
- Ch. 26 - Applied and Industrial Microbiology29
- Ch. 27 - Microbial Ecology and Microbiomes22
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Bauman 6th EditionCh. 23 - Parasitic Protozoa, Helminths, and Arthropod VectorsProblem 10
Bauman 6th EditionCh. 23 - Parasitic Protozoa, Helminths, and Arthropod VectorsProblem 10Chapter 23, Problem 10
Both of the following parasites demonstrate nocturnal movement, which is important during diagnosis: __________ and _____________ .
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Understand that the question asks for two parasites known for their nocturnal movement, which is a behavior relevant for their diagnosis.
Recall that nocturnal movement refers to parasites that become more active or move to certain body sites during the night, aiding in their detection.
Identify common parasites with this characteristic: Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) is known for nocturnal migration to the perianal area for egg laying.
Another parasite exhibiting nocturnal movement is Wuchereria bancrofti, which shows nocturnal periodicity in its microfilariae circulating in peripheral blood.
Conclude that the two parasites demonstrating nocturnal movement important for diagnosis are Enterobius vermicularis and Wuchereria bancrofti.
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Nocturnal Movement in Parasites
Nocturnal movement refers to the behavior of certain parasites becoming more active or migrating to specific body sites during the night. This pattern aids in their transmission and is crucial for timing diagnostic tests to detect them effectively.
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Diagnostic Importance of Parasite Behavior
Understanding parasite behavior, such as nocturnal migration, helps clinicians choose the optimal time for sample collection. For example, blood or tissue samples taken at night increase the likelihood of detecting parasites that exhibit nocturnal activity.
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Examples of Parasites with Nocturnal Movement
Common parasites known for nocturnal movement include Wuchereria bancrofti and Loa loa. Their nocturnal migration into peripheral blood or tissues is a key diagnostic feature, guiding the timing of blood smears or other tests.
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Textbook Question
Mark each statement as true or false. Rewrite the false statements to make them true by changing the underlined word(s).
__________ Wuchereria bancrofti is a filarial nematode that infects the lymphatic system.
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Textbook Question
The immature fluke stages that infect snail intermediate hosts are called __________.
a. metacercariae
b. cercariae
c. cysticerci
d. miracidia
Textbook Question
Cryptosporidium cannot be killed by routine boiling. Another parasite resistant to such boiling is __________.
a. Giardia
b. Trypanosoma
c. Toxoplasma
d. Plasmodium
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Textbook Question
Mark each statement as true or false. Rewrite the false statements to make them true by changing the underlined word(s).
__________ The number of cases of schistosomiasis has increased worldwide because of improved technology and economic stability in endemic areas.
Textbook Question
The beef tapeworm is known by what scientific name?
a. Taenia solium
b. Taenia saginata
c. Ancylostoma duodenale
d. Echinococcus granulosus
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