Which of the Following Statements is TRUE with Regard to Entamoeba

Question

Which of the following statements is TRUE with regard to Entamoeba histolytica?
A) It reproduces by schizogony.
B) It may invade the peritoneal cavity, causing serious disease.
C) It causes a form of hepatitis.
D) It is an intracellular parasite.
E) An effective vaccine against infection is available.

Accepted Answer

Entamoeba histolytica can invade the peritoneal cavity, causing serious disease such as amoebic dysentery and liver abscesses. It reproduces by binary fission (simple division). There is no effective vaccine against infection.