How Do You Spell CLONORCHIS SINENSIS?

Pronunciation: [klənˈɔːkɪz sˈa͡ɪnnsɪs] (IPA)

Clonorchis sinensis is a parasitic flatworm that infects the liver and bile ducts of humans and animals. The spelling of this word is based on the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), which is used to represent the sounds of spoken language. "Clonorchis" is pronounced as /kləˈnɔːrkɪs/ with the stress on the second syllable, while "sinensis" is pronounced as /saɪˈnɛnsɪs/ with the stress on the first syllable. The correct spelling and pronunciation of this word is important for accurate communication in the field of medicine and biology.

CLONORCHIS SINENSIS Meaning and Definition

1. Clonorchis sinensis is a parasitic flatworm or trematode commonly known as the liver fluke. It belongs to the class Trematoda and the family Opisthorchiidae. Clonorchis sinensis is found primarily in the bile ducts and gallbladders of infected vertebrates, particularly humans, but also in other mammals such as dogs, cats, and pigs.

   This parasitic worm is endemic to certain regions of East Asia, including China, Korea, Vietnam, and parts of Russia. Its life cycle involves multiple hosts, with freshwater snails serving as the intermediate host and certain fish species acting as the definitive host. The adult flukes produce eggs that are excreted in the host's feces and need to be ingested by the intermediate host to continue the life cycle.

   Infection with Clonorchis sinensis occurs through the consumption of raw or undercooked fish that contain the infective larvae. Once inside the human or animal host, the larvae develop into adults in the bile ducts where they feed on bile and grow to sizes of several centimeters. The presence of Clonorchis sinensis in the liver and bile ducts can cause a condition known as clonorchiasis, which may lead to inflammation, obstruction, and damage to the liver and gallbladder.

   Clonorchis sinensis is considered an important public health concern, particularly in areas where consumption of raw or undercooked fish is common. Prevention and control measures include proper cooking of fish, water treatment to prevent contamination, and health education to raise awareness about the risks of infection.

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Etymology of CLONORCHIS SINENSIS

The word "Clonorchis sinensis" is a scientific name consisting of two parts: the genus name "Clonorchis" and the species name "sinensis".

1. Clonorchis: The genus name "Clonorchis" is derived from the combination of two Greek words. "Klonos" means "twig" or "branch", and "orkhis" means "orchid" or "testicle". The name Clonorchis was given to this genus of trematode parasites because their body shape resembles a twisted branch or twig, as well as the reproductive organs of male orchid flowers.

2. Sinensis: The species name "sinensis" means "from China" in Latin. It is used to indicate that Clonorchis sinensis is commonly found in China and has long been recognized as a significant parasite in East Asia.