Protistal Diseases Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
How are protist diseases spread
A
Usually by a vector
2
Q
Define vector
A
A vector is any organism that can carry a disease from one organism to another
3
Q
Give an example of a vector
A
Mosquitoes
Ticks
Sand flies
Midges
4
Q
How does a mosquito spread malaria?
A
If a mosquito is carrying a protist parasite then it can be spread through biting humans and sucking their blood. They can also spread it between mosquitoes
5
Q
List symptoms of malaria
A
Fever
Liver damage
Red blood cell damage
6
Q
How can vector spread diseases (eg malaria) be prevented
A
Antimalarial drugs
Insecticides
Mosquito nets
Remove breeding habitats (standing water)
