P1 MICROBIOLOGY Flashcards
1
Q
mention the 2 hookworms that can cause hypochromic microcytic anemia
A
- ancylostoma duodenale
- necator americanus
2
Q
infective stage of intestinal hookworm
A
filariform larva penetrates skin
3
Q
Diagnostic stage of intestinal hookworm
A
eggs in feces
4
Q
Identify the hookworm
A
ancylostoma duodenale
5
Q
Identify the hookworm
A
necator americanus
6
Q
clinical feature observed during the 3rd stage
A
ground itch
7
Q
Identify the stage of larva shown below
A
rhabditiform larva / 2nd stage
8
Q
Identify the stage of larva shown below
A
filariform larva / 3rd stage
9
Q
risk factors for hookworm infection
A
- poverty
- inadequate sanitation
- International travelers , refugees
- poor housing construction
10
Q
Hookworm infection treatment
A
anti-helminth medication
- albendazole
- mebendazole
11
Q
Identify the cause of this clinical picture
A
non-human hookworm infection
