Interim host

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Term used in parasitology to describe the relationship between parasite and host.

In an intermediate host, the parasite reproduces asexually or only matures. In helminths, intermediate or larval stages may occur.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020