oocyst

[US]/'əʊəʊsɪst/
[UK]/'oʊəsɪst/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a cyst that contains the infective form of certain protozoan parasites

Phrases & Collocations

infective oocyst

oocyst stage

oocyst shedding

oocyst count

oocyst formation

oocyst survival

oocyst detection

oocyst transmission

oocyst viability

oocyst morphology

Example Sentences

the oocyst can survive in harsh environmental conditions.

ingestion of oocysts can lead to infection.

oocysts are often found in contaminated water sources.

testing for oocysts is crucial in water quality assessments.

the life cycle of the parasite includes the formation of oocysts.

oocysts can be resistant to many disinfectants.

researchers are studying the viability of oocysts in different environments.

oocysts are a key factor in the transmission of certain diseases.

proper sanitation can help reduce the spread of oocysts.

identifying oocysts under a microscope requires specific techniques.

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