A urine sample from a 26-year-old woman is examined,and an organism is observed that displays "jerky" motility.This organism is classified as a(n):
A)amebae.
B)coccidia.
C)flagellate.
D)ciliate.

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The organism that displays jerky motility in a wet mount is Trichomonas vaginalis,which is classified as a flagellate.The organism possesses flagella and long proteinaceous organelles used for motility and is transmitted through sexual contact.

A Urine Sample from a 26-Year-Old Woman Is Examined,and an Organism