noun
- A parasitic protozoan of the genus Leishmania that causes leishmaniasis, transmitted to humans by infected sand flies.
Usage: medical/scientific term; typically used in singular or plural form
Examples
- Leishmania parasites are found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world.
- The sand fly transmits leishmania to humans through its bite.
- Leishmaniasis is caused by infection with leishmania parasites.
- Different species of leishmania cause different forms of the disease.
- Researchers are developing new treatments to combat leishmania infections.