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Causative organism of Kalahazar is_______________?

Correct answer: B. Leishman donovani

  • A. Plasmodium ovaie
  • B. Leishman donovani
  • C. Entamoeba histolytica
  • D. Toxoplasma

Explanation

Kala-azar, or visceral leishmaniasis, is caused by the Leishmania donovani complex. It chiefly affects the reticuloendothelial system, causing prolonged fever, splenomegaly and pancytopenia.

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