Which of the following is a human parasitic protozoan found in the mouth attacking gums and teeth?

Entamoeba gingivalis

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Entamoeba coli

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Entamoeba histolytica

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Giardia intestinalis

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The correct option is A Entamoeba gingivalis
Entamoeba gingivalis is a parasitic protozoan found in the mouth inside the gingival pocket biofilm near the base of the teeth and in periodontal pockets mostly in people with gum disease. Thus the correct answer is option A.

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Which of the following is a human parasitic protozoan found in the mouth attacking gums and teeth?

The correct option is A Entamoeba gingivalisEntamoeba gingivalis is a parasitic protozoan found in the mouth inside the gingival pocket biofilm near the base of the teeth and in periodontal pockets mostly in people with gum disease. Thus the correct answer is option A.

The correct option is A Entamoeba gingivalis
Entamoeba gingivalis is a parasitic protozoan found in the mouth inside the gingival pocket biofilm near the base of the teeth and in periodontal pockets mostly in people with gum disease. Thus the correct answer is option A.