Question

Parasite responsible for hyperplasia in its host is:

• A. Wuchereria
• B. Plasmodium
• C. Sacculina
• D. Fasciola

Hint:

Fasciola species, especially \textit{Fasciola hepatica}, are known to induce hyperplasia in the liver of their hosts.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

- Wuchereria is associated with lymphatic filariasis, not hyperplasia.
- Plasmodium causes malaria and does not induce hyperplasia.
- Sacculina is a parasitic barnacle, but it doesn't cause hyperplasia.
- Fasciola, particularly \textit{Fasciola hepatica}, is a parasitic fluke that can cause hyperplasia (excessive cell growth) in the host liver.