Ascaris lumbricoides
A species of parasitic nematode that is the largest found in the human intestine. Its distribution is worldwide, but it is more prevalent in areas of poor sanitation. Human infection with A. lumbricoides is acquired by swallowing fully embryonated eggs from contaminated soil.
Year introduced: 1993
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Tree Number(s): B01.050.500.500.294.400.500.100.108.425
MeSH Unique ID: D017164
Registry Number: txid6252
Entry Terms:
- Ascaris lumbricoide
- lumbricoides, Ascaris
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