Chilomastix (Noun)
Meaning
Flagellates parasitic in intestines of vertebrates including humans.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Chilomastix is a genus of flagellated protozoan parasites usually transmitted through fecal contamination of food or water.
- The chilomastix infection can cause gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea in humans.
- Chilomastix mesnili is a common species of these parasitic organisms that are found in the intestines of vertebrates.
- Infections caused by chilomastix are generally mild but may be accompanied by abdominal cramps or flatulence.
- The diagnosis of chilomastix infection can be made by examining stool samples under a microscope for the presence of their cysts or trophozoites.