Commonest site of extra intestinal amoebiasis is___________________?

Correct answer: B. Liver

  • A. Brain
  • B. Liver
  • C. Spleen
  • D. Lungs

Explanation

The liver is the commonest extraintestinal site because Entamoeba histolytica reaches it through the portal circulation from the intestine. Brain, spleen and lungs are much less frequent sites, although lung involvement may occur by extension from a hepatic abscess.

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