trichinella spiralis

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Noun trichinella spiralis has 1 sense

trichina, Trichinella spiralis - parasitic nematode occurring in the intestines of pigs and rats and human beings and producing larvae that form cysts in skeletal muscles
--₁ is a kind of nematode, nematode worm, roundworm

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Trichinella spiralis

Description:

Trichinella spiralis is a parasitic nematode that commonly infects various mammals, including humans. It is the causative agent of trichinellosis, a disease characterized by muscle pain, swelling, and gastrointestinal disturbances.

Sample Sentences:

The consumption of undercooked pork can lead to an infection with Trichinella spiralis.
Trichinella spiralis larvae can encyst in the muscle tissues of infected hosts.
Proper cooking and freezing methods can eliminate Trichinella spiralis from meat products.

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