Definition of cysticercus
cysticerci
play \ˌsi-stə-ˈsər-ˌsī, -ˌkī\: a tapeworm larva that consists of a fluid-filled sac containing an invaginated scolex and is situated in the tissues of an intermediate host
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Origin and Etymology of cysticercus
New Latin, from cyst- + Greek kerkos tail
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cysticercus
playMedical Definition of cysticercus
cysticerci
\-ˈsər-ˌsī, -ˌkī\play: a tapeworm larva that consists of a fluid-filled sac containing an invaginated scolex, is situated in the tissues of an intermediate host, and is capable of developing into an adult tapeworm when eaten by a suitable definitive host—called also bladder worm, measle
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