Some house cats carry a gut parasite that can infect humans, study finds - Phys.org
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Some house cats carry a gut parasite that can infect humans, study finds - Phys.org

Source:Phys.Org
Author:Sanjukta Mondal

Giardia duodenalis is a microscopic, flagellated parasite that often calls the human and animal gut its home. In most cases, it coexists harmlessly with its host, and most infected pets and people show no signs of illness. However, when it becomes pathogenic,…