Nematodes-Trichina Flashcards
1
Q
Whereis trichinella spiralis located as a larvae
A
Striated muscle of pig, rat, bears, humans…etc
2
Q
What type of eggs/birth does trichinella spiralis have
A
gives birth to live young
3
Q
What are the two cycles of trichinella spiralis
A
Sylvatic
Urban
4
Q
What is the sylvatic cycle
A
Transmissino between wild carnivores and prey animals
5
Q
What is the urban cycle
A
transmission between man, pigs, rats, etc
6
Q
where do the larve of trichinella encyst
A
striated muscle
7
Q
What are the two infections in trichinella
A
Intestinal infection with adults
Skeletal muscle invasion by L1
8
Q
Where is Trichina located in adults
A
Small intestine
