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What is Ascaris Lumbricoides?

Thursday, May 8th, 2008 5,106 views

Ascaris lumbricoides is the largest nematode (roundworm) parasitizing the human intestine.  (Adult females: 20 to 35 cm; adult male: 15 to 30 cm.) Adult worms live in the lumen of the small intestine.  ...