Transmammary transmission of Necator americanus larva in the human host.
P Setasuban, W Punsri, C Meunnoo
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P Setasuban, W Punsri, C Meunnoo
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The prevalence of Necator americanus in the 128 nursing mothers at Saraburi hospital was 61%. The examination of milk from these mothers revealed the presence of N. americanus in one case. The finding suggested that milk could be a potential source of hookworm infection in man.
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The prevalence of Necator americanus in the 128 nursing mothers at Saraburi hospital was 61%. The examination of milk from these mothers revealed the presence of N. americanus in one case. The finding suggested that milk could be a potential source of hookworm infection in man.
Key concepts: Necator americanus, Larva, Biology, Host (biology), Feces, Transmission (telecommunications), Hookworm infection, Zoology