Pinworm

Pinworm
A pinworm (Enterobius vermicularis).
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Nematoda
Class:	Secernentea
Subclass:	Spiruria
Order:	Oxyurida
Family:	Oxyuridae
Genus:	Enterobius
Species
Enterobius vermicularis Enterobius gregorii

Pinworm is an intestinal infection caused by tiny parasitic worms. One of the most common roundworm infections, pinworm infections affect millions of people each year, particularly children.

Pinworm Media

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  High magnification micrograph of a pinworm in cross section in the appendix. H&E stain.