Wucheria bancrofti

Agent Name
Wucheria bancrofti
Major Category
Biological Agents
Synonyms
Also Brugia malayi and B. timori;
Category
Infectious Agents
Comments
Filariasis is transmitted by mosquitoes in many areas of the world, but not in North America or Europe. Reservoirs include cats, humans, monkeys, and wild animals.
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Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: