Question Details

“Trypanosomiasis” is transmitted by or carrier of Trypanosoma inn man is

Options

A

Fruit fly

B

House fly

C

May fly

D

Tse-tse fly

Correct Answer :

Tse-tse fly

Solution :

The correct option is Tse-tse fly.

Step-by-Step Explanation:

1. Understanding the Disease and Pathogen:
Trypanosomiasis, also commonly known as sleeping sickness in humans (African trypanosomiasis), is a disease caused by microscopic parasites of the species Trypanosoma brucei. Another form of trypanosomiasis, known as Chagas disease (American trypanosomiasis), is caused by Trypanosoma cruzi.

2. Identifying the Vector:
For African trypanosomiasis, the pathogen (Trypanosoma) is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected vector insect.
The specific insect vector responsible for transmitting these parasites in humans is the Tse-tse fly (belonging to the genus Glossina), which is native to the African continent.

3. Conclusion:
Among the choices provided (Fruit fly, House fly, May fly, and Tse-tse fly), the Tse-tse fly is the well-documented biological carrier that transmits the parasite to humans. Therefore, the correct answer is the Tse-tse fly.

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