Question

Children suffering from the infection of Ascaris exhibit stunted growth, because

• A. They don't eat well.
• B. A substance produced by Ascaris combines with trypsin in the host, causing interference with protein utilization.
• C. All the proteins of the host are used up by Ascaris.
• D. Acute hormonal disturbance are caused by toxins of Ascaris

Answer 1

The correct option is B A substance produced by Ascaris combines with trypsin in the host, causing interference with protein utilization.

Ascaris is known to produce a toxin, which interferes with the absorption of dietary proteins, lactose and vitamin A, C. Trypsin enzyme is known to play an important role in the digestion of proteins in the body. This is the reason why growth and development in the children suffering from the infection of Ascaris is stunted and retarded in comparison to the others.

Therefore, the correct answer is option B.