Question

What is the larval stage of Wuchereria bancrofti that possesses a cuticular body sheath, oral stylet, nephridiopore, bladder, anus, and tail?

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• Juvenile

• Metacercaria

• Microfilaria

• Adult

Answer 1

The microfilaria is the larval stage of Wuchereria bancrofti present in human blood. It is characterized by possessing a cuticular body sheath, oral stylet, nephridiopore, bladder, anus, and tail. This stage is ingested by mosquitoes and develops into infective juveniles.