Growth and development of Gnathostoma spinigerum (Nematoda: Gnathostomatidae) larvae in Mesocyclops aspericornis (Cyclopoida: Cyclopidae)
2011
Growth of Gnathostoma spinigerum Larvae in Copepods
Sample size: 80
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Janwan Penchom, Intapan Pewpan, Sanpool Oranuch, Sadaow Luxkhana, Thanchomnang Tongjit, Maleewong Wanchai
Primary Institution: Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University
Hypothesis
Can Gnathostoma spinigerum larvae develop in the copepod Mesocyclops aspericornis?
Conclusion
M. aspericornis is a suitable first intermediate host for G. spinigerum, which is important for its life cycle in Thailand.
Supporting Evidence
- Gnathostoma spinigerum larvae can develop into early third-stage larvae in M. aspericornis.
- The study found a negative correlation between the size of larvae and their density in copepods.
- M. aspericornis is one of the most abundant freshwater copepods in Thailand.
Takeaway
This study shows that a tiny worm called Gnathostoma spinigerum can grow inside a small water bug, which helps it live and spread.
Methodology
The study involved infecting copepods with Gnathostoma spinigerum larvae and monitoring their growth over 12 days.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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