Which of the Following Statements Regarding Helminths Causing Intestinal Distress

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding helminths causing intestinal distress plus migratory symptoms is incorrect?

• A) Tissues along the migratory route of the helminth experience inflammation.
• B) Praziquantel is the best treatment option for infection with these helminths.
• C) All of these infections are associated with eosinophilia, which can be detected in a complete blood count.
• D) Nearly all newborn puppies in the U.S. are infected with Toxocara species.

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Good Cholesterol

High-density lipoprotein (HDL) that helps remove other forms of cholesterol from the bloodstream, thereby reducing the risk of heart disease.

Circulates

To move or flow in a path that returns to the point of origin, often referring to blood flow or airflow.

Liver

A vital organ involved in metabolism, detoxification, protein synthesis, and the storage of various substances within the body.

Elimination

The process of expelling or removing substances from the body, often used in the context of digestion and the excretory system.