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Definition of Sarcocystis
1. Noun. Chief genus of the order Sarcosporidia.
Exact synonyms: Genus Sarcocystis
Generic synonyms: Protoctist Genus
Group relationships: Order Sarcosporidia, Sarcosporidia
Member holonyms: Sarcocystidean, Sarcocystieian, Sarcosporidian
Generic synonyms: Protoctist Genus
Group relationships: Order Sarcosporidia, Sarcosporidia
Member holonyms: Sarcocystidean, Sarcocystieian, Sarcosporidian
Medical Definition of Sarcocystis
1. A genus of protozoa found in reptiles, birds, and mammals, including humans. This heteroxenous parasite produces muscle cysts in intermediate hosts such as domestic herbivores (cattle, sheep, pigs) and rodents. Final hosts are predators such as dogs, cats, and man. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Sarcocystis
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