Parasitology Flashcards
Study of Host-Parasite relationship and of parasites that infect humans
Parasitology
any organism that lives in or on the body
of another organism in order to survive
Parasite
any organism that harbors a parasite
Host
refers to the manner in how a parasite successfully enters a susceptible host.
Mode of Transmission
ingestion, inhalation, breastfeeding, insect bite, and sexual transmission are modes of transmission. True or False
True
disease-causing parasites
CHOICES:
Endoparasites, Eosinophilia, Ectoparasites, Non- pathogenic parasites, Pathogenic parasites
Pathogenic parasites
also known as commensal parasites that do not harm the host
CHOICES:
Endoparasites, Eosinophilia, Ectoparasites, Non- pathogenic parasites, Pathogenic parasites
Non- pathogenic parasites
thrive externally on the host. Ex. Lice and fleas.
CHOICES:
Endoparasites, Eosinophilia, Ectoparasites, Non- pathogenic parasites, Pathogenic parasites
Ectoparasites
parasite found inside the body of an infected host. More problematic and require special specimen preparation
CHOICES:
Endoparasites, Eosinophilia, Ectoparasites, Non- pathogenic parasites, Pathogenic parasites
Endoparasites
refers to the increase in eosinophil counts in blood associated usually with parasitism. Act as cellular protectors against parasites.
CHOICES:
Endoparasites, Eosinophilia, Ectoparasites, Non- pathogenic parasites, Pathogenic parasites
Eosinophilia
It eventually degrade and are passed in the stool in the form of Charcot – Leyden crystals
CHOICES:
Endoparasites, Eosinophilia, Ectoparasites, Non- pathogenic parasites, Pathogenic parasites
Eosinophilia
A close association between two organisms that are permanent wherein one cannot exist independently
Symbiosis
A symbiotic relationship in which one organism benefits and the other is neither harmed nor benefitting (neutral)
CHOICES:
Mutualism, Parasitism, Commensalism
Commensalism
A symbiotic relationship in which one species benefits at the expense of another.
CHOICES:
Mutualism, Parasitism, Commensalism
Parasitism
A symbiotic relationship in which both organisms of different species benefit.
CHOICES:
Mutualism, Parasitism, Commensalism
Mutualism
Cannot survive without a host hence it can’t complete its life cycle without a host
CHOICES:
Temporary Parasite, Accidental/Incidental Parasite, Spurious Parasite, Erratic Parasite, Obligatory Parasite, Facultative Parasite, Permanent Parasite
Obligatory Parasite
may exist in a free-living state or may become parasitic when the need arises
CHOICES:
Temporary Parasite, Accidental/Incidental Parasite, Spurious Parasite, Erratic Parasite, Obligatory Parasite, Facultative Parasite, Permanent Parasite
Facultative Parasite
found in an organ that is not its usual habitat
CHOICES:
Temporary Parasite, Accidental/Incidental Parasite, Spurious Parasite, Erratic Parasite, Obligatory Parasite, Facultative Parasite, Permanent Parasite
Erratic Parasite
Found in a host where it does not ordinarily live
CHOICES:
Temporary Parasite, Accidental/Incidental Parasite, Spurious Parasite, Erratic Parasite, Obligatory Parasite, Facultative Parasite, Permanent Parasite
Accidental/Incidental Parasite
remains on or in the body of the host for its entire life
CHOICES:
Temporary Parasite, Accidental/Incidental Parasite, Spurious Parasite, Erratic Parasite, Obligatory Parasite, Facultative Parasite, Permanent Parasite
Permanent Parasite
lives on the host only for a short period of time
CHOICES:
Temporary Parasite, Accidental/Incidental Parasite, Spurious Parasite, Erratic Parasite, Obligatory Parasite, Facultative Parasite, Permanent Parasite
Temporary Parasite
a free-living organism that passes through the digestive tract without infecting the host
CHOICES:
Temporary Parasite, Accidental/Incidental Parasite, Spurious Parasite, Erratic Parasite, Obligatory Parasite, Facultative Parasite, Permanent Parasite
Spurious Parasite
Where parasite attains sexual maturity
Definitive/Final