Schistosoma (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the family Schistosomatidae: blood flukes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Schistosoma is a type of parasitic flatworm that infects humans and causes the disease schistosomiasis.
- The life cycle of Schistosoma involves both a human host and a snail intermediate host.
- Schistosoma parasites are usually acquired through contact with contaminated water.
- Infection with Schistosoma can lead to a range of symptoms, including abdominal pain and diarrhea.
- The World Health Organization has identified Schistosoma as one of the most significant parasitic infections in tropical and subtropical regions.