Microbiology: An Introduction
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ISBN: 9780321929150
Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 23, Problem 6R
Summary Introduction
To review:
The causative agent, method of transmission, and reservoir for schistosomiasis, toxoplasmosis, and Chagas disease and the epidemiology of each disease in the United States and other places.
Introduction:
Schistosomiasis, toxoplasmosis and Chagas disease are parasitic diseases spread by vectors and intermediate hosts.
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