Question

    Which microscopic parasite is responsible for causing

    sleeping sickness?
    A Giardia duodenalis Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Balantioides coli Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Trypanosoma brucei Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Cyclospora cayetanensis Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Sleeping sickness is caused by the microscopic parasite Trypanosoma brucei, transmitted through the bite of infected tsetse flies. This disease is prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa and can lead to severe neurological symptoms if left untreated.

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