Question
Biology Question on human health and disease
Filariasis is caused by
A
dead adult filariae
B
microfilariae
C
biting of filarial worm
D
presence of bacteria in filarial wall
Answer
microfilariae
Explanation
Solution
Filariasis also called elephantiasis is caused by Wuchereria bancrofti or filarial worm. It spreads by bite of Culex mosquito.