noun
- A genus of parasitic amoebas that infect the human intestine, causing dysentery and other gastrointestinal diseases.
Usage: medical/scientific term; plural: entamebae or entamebas; also spelled Entamoeba
Examples
- Entamebae histolytica is the species responsible for amoebic dysentery in humans.
- The infection with entamebae can lead to severe intestinal complications if left untreated.
- Microscopic examination revealed the presence of entamebae cysts in the patient's stool sample.
- Travelers to tropical regions are at higher risk of contracting entamebae infections.
- Proper sanitation and clean water are essential for preventing entamebae transmission.