proglottids

[US]/[ˈprɒlətɪd]/
[UK]/[ˈprɑːlətɪd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.individual segments of a tapeworm; plural of proglottid

Phrases & Collocations

counting proglottids

proglottids present

shedding proglottids

mature proglottids

gravid proglottids

segmented proglottids

observing proglottids

containing proglottids

identifying proglottids

detached proglottids

Example Sentences

the tapeworm's body is composed of numerous proglottids.

we observed the gravid proglottids detaching from the tapeworm.

microscopic examination revealed the presence of proglottids in the stool.

mature proglottids are easily identifiable in fecal samples.

the number of proglottids can indicate the severity of the infection.

gravid proglottids release eggs, perpetuating the life cycle.

the morphology of proglottids varies between tapeworm species.

dissecting the tapeworm allowed us to count the proglottids.

the segmented structure of proglottids is a key characteristic.

we analyzed the proglottids under a microscope for identification.

the movement of proglottids aids in egg dispersal.

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