Prepatent period&; in lymphatic filariasis is defined as the time interval between inoculation of infective larvae and –
Correct Answer: First appearance of detectable microfilaria
Description: <p> lymphatic filariasis:- Pre patent period-Time interval between inoculation of infective larvae and first appearance of detectable microfilaria. Clinical incubation period-Time interval from invasion of infective larva to development of clinical manifestation. 8-16 months. {Reference: park&;s textbook of preventive and social medicine, 23rd edition, pg no.272}</p>
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