Which of the Following Is Not True of Schistosomiasis

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not true of schistosomiasis?

• A)Schistosomiasis covers its outer surface with blood proteins to escape detection by the immune system.
• B)Schistosomiasis is caused by blood flukes.
• C) Schisotosomiasis cases are beginning to appear in the southern U.S., as climate change brings warming waters to the region.
• D)Larvae called cercariae can penetrate intact skin through hair follicles.
• E)Freshwater snails are the intermediate host.

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