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Endamoebidae

Endamoebidae

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A group of one-celled parasites that live in the intestines of animals including humans
  • noun
  • /ˌɛndəˈmiːbɪdeɪ/
  • Specialized
: Endamoebidae
  • The Endamoebidae family includes several species that can infect humans.

Examples

  • The spread of diseases caused by Endamoebidae can be reduced with proper sanitation.

  • Researchers studied the life cycle of Endamoebidae in laboratory animals.

  • Members of the Endamoebidae family are known to cause intestinal infections in humans.

  • Did you know that Endamoebidae are often found in contaminated water?

  • Members of the Endamoebidae family are known to cause intestinal infections in humans.

  • The Endamoebidae family of parasites can be particularly dangerous to those with weakened immune systems.

  • Infections caused by Endamoebidae can lead to severe gastrointestinal symptoms in infected individuals.

Surface Forms

Endamoebidae singular
Endamoebidae plural

Etymology

The word Endamoebidae comes from the parts endo- meaning 'inside', amoeba meaning 'a single cell that can change shape', and the family ending -idae. So Endamoebidae are a family of amoebas that live inside animals, often in the gut, which is why they can cause intestinal infections.