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The anterior V-spot in microfilaria of Wuchereria represents

  • nerve ring

  • cervical papilla

  • excretory system

  • reproductive system

Answer

C.

excretory system

V-spot in microfilaria of Wuchereria represents rudimentary excretory system. Adult Wuchereria lives in the human lymph vessels and lymph glands. It causes the disease elephantiasis or filariasis.

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