Question

In humans, elephantiasis is caused by.

• A. Ascaris lumbricoides
• B. Dracunculus medinensis
• C. Wuchereria bancrofti
• D. Ancylostoma duodenale

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Wuchereria bancrofti

Wuchereria bancrofti is a human parasitic roundworm that is the major cause of lymphatic filariasis. If left untreated, the infection can develop into a chronic disease called elephantiasis. In rare conditions, it also causes tropical eosinophilia, an asthmatic disease.

So, the correct answer is 'Wuchereria bancrofti'.