flatworm-Cestoda (lappated tapeworm)

Question 1

Where is lappated tapeworm found

Answer 1

horses

Question 2

What is the lifecycle

Answer 2

Gravid segment released in feces > eggs ingested by mites cysticercoid hatches > horse eats mites

Question 3

Where does the anoplocephalines infect the horse at

Answer 3

iliocecal valve

Question 4

How do you detect anoplocephalines

Answer 4

Proglottids in feces

ELISA

Question 5

What is the scientific name of lappated tapeworm

Answer 5

Anoplocephala perfoliata