Rhabdotioidea Flashcards
1
Q
Superfamily Rhabdotioidea
A
Thread worms
2
Q
What is the common name for Strongyloides stercoralis?
A
Intestinal threadworm
3
Q
What is the host of Strongyloides stercoralis?
A
Humans
Dogs
Cats
4
Q
What is the predilection site of Strongyloides stercoralis?
A
Small intestine
5
Q
Is Strongyloides stercoralis zoonotic?
A
Yes. Humans can get it through contact with contaminated feces
6
Q
What is unique about the female Strongyloides stercoralis?
A
They are pathenogenetic, meaning they can lay eggs without copulation with a male
7
Q
What is the common name of Strongyloides spp?
A
Threadworms
8
Q
Who is the host of Strongyloides spp?
A
Dogs
Cats
Monkeys
9
Q
What is the predilection site of Strongyloides spp?
A
Small intestine
