EUGREGARINA Meaning and
Definition
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Eugregarina is a term used to describe a genus of parasitic protists that belong to the phylum of Apicomplexa. These organisms are commonly found inhabiting the intestines of various invertebrates, such as insects and arthropods. They are known for their complex life cycle and unique morphological features.
The Eugregarina species typically possess a large and elongated body, often shaped like a worm or spindle. They display a segmented appearance, with several nuclei present along their elongated structure. These organisms lack flagella or cilia, and their mode of locomotion is still not completely understood.
Eugregarina demonstrates a heteroxenous life cycle, meaning they require two or more hosts to complete their development. The adult stage of these parasites resides and reproduces within the intestinal cells of their primary host. The resulting spores, called oocysts, are then excreted via the host's feces. The oocysts are subsequently consumed by a secondary host, which becomes infected with the Eugregarina species.
Once inside the secondary host, the spores release their contents, and the organisms proceed to invade the host's intestinal cells, starting the cycle anew. They feed on the host's resources and eventually reproduce, thus perpetuating their life cycle.
Eugregarina infections are generally asymptomatic and rarely cause severe harm to their hosts. However, in some cases, heavy infestations can lead to adverse effects, such as reduced growth and reproductive capabilities in the affected host.
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A suborder of Gregarinida reproducing only by spore formation.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for EUGREGARINA
- wugregarina
- sugregarina
- dugregarina
- rugregarina
- 4ugregarina
- 3ugregarina
- eygregarina
- ehgregarina
- ejgregarina
- eigregarina
- e8gregarina
- e7gregarina
- eufregarina
- euvregarina
- eubregarina
- euhregarina
- euyregarina
- eutregarina
- eugeegarina
- eugdegarina
Etymology of EUGREGARINA
The word "Eugregarina" is derived from the combination of two parts: "eu" and "gregarina".
1. "Eu":
- The prefix "eu-" is derived from the Ancient Greek word "eu" (εὖ), meaning "well" or "good".
- In scientific terminology, the prefix "eu-" is often used to indicate "true", "good", or "well-developed". It is used to denote something that is normal or in a favorable condition.
2. "Gregarina":
- "Gregarina" is a genus of parasitic protozoan in the phylum Apicomplexa. It was named by the French zoologist C. G. Ehrenberg in 1838.
- The term "gregarina" is derived from the Latin word "gregarius", which means "belonging to a flock" or "gregarious".
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