General Parasitology Flashcards
1
Q
Microparasites
A
Reproduce in vertebrate host (Protozoans)
2
Q
Macroparasites
A
No reproduction in vertebrate host (Helminths)
3
Q
What is a trophozoite?
A
Asexual reproduction / feeding stage (heterotrophic)
4
Q
What is a cyst?
A
Transmission stage
5
Q
What is a definitive host?
A
Site of sexual reproduction
6
Q
What is an intermediate host?
A
Site of asexual reproduction