Question

What is the scientific name of pinworm of man? (correct answer + 1, wrong answer - 0.25)

• A. Trichinella spiralis
• B. Dracunculus medinensis
• C. Trichuris trichiura
• D. Enterobius vermicularis

Answer 1

The correct option is D Enterobius vermicularis

The human pinworm is Enterobius vermicularis. It is the most common type of intestinal worm that causes infection. The infection can occur via contimanted food, drinks or hands. It belongs to phylum aschelminthes (roundworms).
Trichinella spiralis is commonly referred to as trichina worm.
Dracunculus medinensis is the scientific name of guinea worm.
Trichuris trichiura is the scientific name whip worm.