Because of the Complexity of the Schistosoma Life Cycle, There

question 34

Multiple Choice

Because of the complexity of the Schistosoma life cycle, there are several parts of the cycle that could be disrupted to halt the spread of the disease. Which of the following proposals is not likely to succeed in decreasing the prevalence of schistosomiasis?

• A) Monitor water bodies to detect the presence of infectious miracidia and enforce no bathing rules when they are present.
• B) Install sanitary sewage treatment facilities to prevent the dispersal of eggs present in urine and feces.
• C) Apply chemical molluscicides (chemicals targeted to molluscs like snails) to bodies of fresh water.
• D) Identify a surface protein on Schistosoma miracidia that the immune system can recognize and create a vaccine using that antigen.

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