Adhesion of Cercaria (Larva of Helminth Parasites) to Host by Lectins- Carbohydrates Bonds as a Model for Evaluation of Schistosoma Entrance Mechanisms in Cercarial Dermatitis
Background: Cercariae (larva of helminth parasites) are covered by a thick glycocalyx coat, which serves as an osmotic protection during their free existence, and contain carbohydrates conjugated as glycoproteins, glycolipids and mucopolysaccharides. Although, limited studies have been made on life...
Main Authors: | A Farahnak, N Dabagh |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Tehran University of Medical Sciences
2008-07-01
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Series: | Iranian Journal of Public Health |
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Online Access: | http://journals.tums.ac.ir/PdfMed.aspx?pdf_med=/upload_files/pdf/9150.pdf&manuscript_id=9150 |
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