Rigo's hookworm infection could have which routes of transmission?

Rigo's hookworm infection could have which routes of transmission?

• A. Direct and Indirect
• B. Rigo does not have a hookworm infestation
• C. Direct– ingested larvae from the environment or contracted larvae through the skin
• D. Indirect– the rabbit could have

Answer: (A)

Hookworm infection spreads when infective larvae reach a new host from the environment. There are two main pathways: direct and indirect. Direct transmission includes larvae directly entering the host through the skin or being ingested from contaminated soil, water, or surfaces. Indirect transmission involves an intermediate source, such as a paratenic host that harbors larvae in its tissues; if the new host eats that animal, infection can occur. In Rigo’s case, both routes are possible: direct infection by skin penetration or ingestion of larvae from the environment, and indirect infection by consuming a paratenic host like a small mammal.

Hookworm infection spreads when infective larvae reach a new host from the environment. There are two main pathways: direct and indirect. Direct transmission includes larvae directly entering the host through the skin or being ingested from contaminated soil, water, or surfaces. Indirect transmission involves an intermediate source, such as a paratenic host that harbors larvae in its tissues; if the new host eats that animal, infection can occur. In Rigo’s case, both routes are possible: direct infection by skin penetration or ingestion of larvae from the environment, and indirect infection by consuming a paratenic host like a small mammal.