ascaris lumbricoides

noun

Meaning

A species of large parasitic roundworm that infects the human small intestine.

Examples

Infection by Ascaris lumbricoides is frequently diagnosed through the presence of eggs in a stool sample.
Public health initiatives aim to reduce the prevalence of Ascaris lumbricoides by improving sewage infrastructure.

Synonyms: roundworm, nematode, intestinal parasite, helminth

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ascaris lumbricoides

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈæskərɪs lʌmbrɪˈkɔɪdiːz/

Definition

A species of large parasitic roundworm that infects the human small intestine.

Examples

Infection by Ascaris lumbricoides is frequently diagnosed through the presence of eggs in a stool sample.
Public health initiatives aim to reduce the prevalence of Ascaris lumbricoides by improving sewage infrastructure.

Synonyms of ascaris lumbricoides

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