Schistosomes Flashcards
1
Q
How many minor species of schistosomes are there?
A
2
2
Q
How many major species of schistosomes are there?
A
3
3
Q
What is the intermediate host of schistosomes?
A
Water snails
4
Q
What are the stages of schistosomes life cycle?
A
Adult worms Eggs Miracidia Sporocytes Cercaride Schistosomula
5
Q
What are the 3 major factors for maintaining transmission?
A
Pollution of water with exereta containing containing eggs
Presence of suitable snail hosts
Human contact with water infected with cerraride
