Encystation: The process by which a protozoan parasite transforms from a motile form (trophozoite) into a dormant, resistant form (cyst). Cyclic AMP (cAMP): A signaling molecule that plays a ...

Asymptomatic cyst carriage occurs with E ... as they are very effective against the trophozoite form of the parasite (metronidazole 750–800 mg three times daily for 5–10 days, or tinidazole ...