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family schistosomatidae

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun family schistosomatidae has 1 sense
  1. Schistosomatidae, family Schistosomatidae - a family of Trematoda
    --1 is a kind of worm family
    --1 is a member of Trematoda, class Trematoda
    --1 has members: Schistosoma, genus Schistosoma

Definitions from the Web

Term: Family Schistosomatidae

Description:

The family Schistosomatidae refers to a group of parasitic flatworms known as schistosomes. These organisms belong to the phylum Platyhelminthes and are responsible for causing the disease schistosomiasis in humans and animals.

Sense 1 - Popular Usage:

In popular usage, the term family Schistosomatidae is often used to discuss the various species of schistosomes and their impact on global health.

Sample Sentence 1:

The family Schistosomatidae includes several species of blood flukes that can infect humans and lead to severe health complications.

Sample Sentence 2:

Research is being conducted to develop effective treatments for schistosomiasis caused by the family Schistosomatidae.

Sense 2 - Local Usage:

In a local context, the term family Schistosomatidae might be used by scientists, researchers, and medical professionals working specifically with schistosomes in their respective regions or communities.

Sample Sentence 1:

The local health clinic is monitoring the prevalence of schistosome infections caused by the family Schistosomatidae in the nearby river communities.

Sample Sentence 2:

Local researchers are collaborating to study the genetic diversity of schistosomes within the family Schistosomatidae.

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