Adult Gross Examination

• What is the shape of Ascaris lumbricoides?

  Elongated, cylindrical bodies with tapered ends
• What is the color of adult Ascaris lumbricoides?

  Whitish or pinkish
• Adults has cuticle with visible fine striations.
• Describe the mouth of adult Ascaris lumbricoides.

  Triangular with trilobate lips
• What is the size range for males?

  10-31 cm
• What is the size range for females?

  22-35 cm
• Can you describe the ends of males?

  curved posterior ends
• Can you describe the ends of females?

  straight posterior ends