5 Questions
What is the most frequent cause of recurring malaria?
Plasmodium vivax
Where is Plasmodium vivax found mainly?
Asia, Latin America, and some parts of Africa
What is the estimated number of people at risk of infection with Plasmodium vivax?
2.5 billion
Which parasite is closely related to human P. vivax and is found in wild chimpanzees and gorillas in central Africa?
P. vivax itself
Which malaria parasite is capable of undergoing sporogonic development in the mosquito at lower temperatures?
Plasmodium vivax
Test your knowledge about the protozoal parasite Plasmodium vivax and its role in causing recurring malaria infections. Learn about the epidemiology, transmission, and health effects of P. vivax.
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