Which of the following disease is caused by the protozoan leishmania?

Kala-azar

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

Hepatitis A

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Hepatitis B

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Polio

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is A
Kala-azar

Leishmaniasis is a vector-borne disease that is transmitted by sandflies and caused by obligate intracellular protozoa of the genus Leishmania. Kala-azar is a form of the disease leishmaniasis marked by weight loss, anaemia, fever, and enlargement of the liver and spleen.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

Diseases are caused by various agents. Which one of the following agent causes Kala-azar?

Q5. Kala-azar, one of the most fatal diseases is caused by:

Join BYJU'S Learning Program