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Noun sarcosporidia has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebSarcosporidiaDefinitionSarcosporidia refers to a group of microscopic parasites that are commonly found in the muscles of animals. These parasites belong to the phylum Apicomplexa and are known for causing a disease called sarcosporidiosis. SensesNoun (Plural)In biology, sarcosporidia is the plural form of sarcosporidium, which denotes any parasite belonging to the genus Sarcocystis. Example: The sarcosporidia in the meat were identified during laboratory testing. UsagesMedicalSarcosporidia can infect humans who consume raw or undercooked meat from infected animals, leading to sarcosporidiosis. Symptoms may include muscle pain, nausea, and fever. Example: The doctors suspect that his sarcosporidia infection resulted from consuming contaminated pork. ZoologySarcosporidia are commonly found in various animal species, especially livestock such as cattle, pigs, and sheep. These parasites typically reside in the muscle tissue of their hosts. Example: The researchers discovered sarcosporidia cysts in the muscles of the slaughtered cows. Related ProductsExplore these related products on Amazon: | ||||
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