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Which stage of malaria is responsible for the paroxysmal fever, chills, and rigors characteristic of the disease?
Which stage of malaria is responsible for the paroxysmal fever, chills, and rigors characteristic of the disease?
- Trophozoite
- Schizont
- Gametocyte
- Merozoite (correct)
What is the function of the adhesive polypeptide PfEMP1 in Plasmodium falciparum infection?
What is the function of the adhesive polypeptide PfEMP1 in Plasmodium falciparum infection?
- To bind to sialic acid residues on red cells
- To cause sequestration of infected red cells (correct)
- To promote red cell division
- To induce liver hypnozoites formation
What characteristic distinguishes P. falciparum from other species of Plasmodium in terms of infecting red blood cells?
What characteristic distinguishes P. falciparum from other species of Plasmodium in terms of infecting red blood cells?
- Formation of multiple chromatin masses in schizonts
- Infect red blood cells of any age (correct)
- Inability to induce cytokine production
- Ability to cause liver hypnozoites
What is the primary method for diagnosing malaria infection?
What is the primary method for diagnosing malaria infection?
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How does the release of merozoites from infected red cells contribute to the manifestations of cerebral malaria?
How does the release of merozoites from infected red cells contribute to the manifestations of cerebral malaria?
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