Asked by Denice Isidro on Jun 14, 2024
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Which of the following is caused by a single-celled protozoan parasite?
A) scabies
B) gonorrhea
C) trichomoniasis
D) candidiasis
Protozoan Parasite
A microorganism of the kingdom Protista, known for causing disease in humans and animals.
Trichomoniasis
An infection transmitted through sexual contact, resulting from the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis.
Candidiasis
Fungal infection caused by Candida species, most commonly Candida albicans, affecting areas like the mouth, throat, skin, and genitals.
- Internalize the basis and methods of spread for sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
- Identify symptoms and health consequences of common STIs.
Verified Answer
KK
Kaarthigaa KaleethasonJun 16, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Trichomoniasis is caused by a single-celled protozoan parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. Scabies is caused by a mite, gonorrhea is caused by a bacteria, and candidiasis is caused by a fungus.
Learning Objectives
- Internalize the basis and methods of spread for sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
- Identify symptoms and health consequences of common STIs.