of the most widespread sexually transmitted diseases. This parasite adheres to epithelial
cells via proteins known as adhesins and causes cell damage. One of the most important
features of Trichomonas vaginalis is its phagocytic activity. Trichomonas vaginalis is able to
ingest vaginal epithelial cells, sperm cell, lactobacilli, polymorphonuclear leukocytes, and
erythrocytes in normal vaginal flora. In this review the phagocytic activity of this organism are …