Gambia fever or sleeping sickness is caused by

Plasmodium

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Entamoeba

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Giardia

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Trypanosoma

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Solution

The correct option is C Trypanosoma
African trypanosomiasis, also known as sleeping sickness, is an insect-borne parasitic disease of humans and other animals. It is caused by protozoa of the species Trypanosoma brucei. Early symptoms include fever, headaches, joint pains and itching. Later stages may include behavioural changes, confusion and poor coordination.

So, the correct answer is 'Trypanosoma'.

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Sleeping sickness is caused by ____________, a protozoan.

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