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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