Name of common gut roundworm parasite of humans and pigs.

Correct answer: A. Ascaris lumbericoides

  • A. Ascaris lumbericoides
  • B. Pheretima posthuma
  • C. Lumbericus terresaris
  • D. Hirudo medicinalis

Explanation

Ascaris worms inhabit the lumen of the small intestine, usually in the jejunum or ileus. They have a life span of 10 months to 2 years and then are passed in the stool.

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