Parasitology Vocabulary Flashcards

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What is the meaning of 'Anemia'?

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A condition in which the blood doesn't have enough healthy red blood cells.

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What is the meaning of 'Anthelmintic'?

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A type of drug that expels or destroys parasitic worms (helminths).

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What are 'Ascarids'?

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A type of parasitic roundworm, especially those of the family Ascarididae.

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What is 'Babesia'?

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A genus of protozoan parasites that infect red blood cells and cause babesiosis.

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What is 'Bartonella'?

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A genus of bacteria that can cause diseases in humans, such as cat scratch disease.

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What is the definition of 'Biological'?

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Relating to biology or living organisms; in veterinary science, it can refer to a substance derived from living organisms used to prevent or treat disease.

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What is 'Coccidiosis'?

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Coccidiosis is a parasitic disease of the intestinal tract of animals caused by coccidian protozoa.

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What is 'Cutaneous larval migrans'?

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Cutaneous larval migrans is a skin disease in humans caused by the larvae of certain parasites, commonly hookworms, migrating through the skin.

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What is 'Demodectic Mange'?

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Demodectic Mange is a skin disease in animals caused by Demodex mites, leading to hair loss and skin irritation.

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What is 'Dipylidium Caninum'?

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Dipylidium Caninum is a species of tapeworm that infects dogs and cats, and sometimes humans, transmitted by fleas.