Which of the following statements about Plasmodium falciparum is true? Plasmodium falciparum hypnozoites can be reactivated at some later point in time resulting in a relapse. The... Which of the following statements about Plasmodium falciparum is true? Plasmodium falciparum hypnozoites can be reactivated at some later point in time resulting in a relapse. The regulated release of neurotransmitters at the synapse contributes to the pathology of cerebral malaria. Large peptides derived from hemoglobin breakdown are used directly as nutrients for parasite growth and development. Since the parasite is replicating slowly within the host cell, it reduces the permeability of the host cell membrane to low molecular weight solutes. Plasmodium falciparum membrane protein 1 can be considered a parasite virulence factor.
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The question is asking to evaluate multiple statements about Plasmodium falciparum, a protozoan parasite responsible for the most severe form of malaria, to determine which one is true. This involves understanding its biology and the mechanisms through which it causes disease.
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Plasmodium falciparum membrane protein 1 can be considered a parasite virulence factor.
Plasmodium falciparum membrane protein 1 can be considered a parasite virulence factor.
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Plasmodium falciparum membrane protein 1 can be considered a parasite virulence factor.
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Plasmodium falciparum membrane protein 1 (PfEMP1) is a well-known virulence factor that contributes to the pathogenicity of the malaria-causing parasite. It is important for the parasite's ability to adhere to host cells and evade the immune system.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing the lifecycle characteristics of different Plasmodium species, such as associating hypnozoites with Plasmodium falciparum instead of Plasmodium vivax.
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- Plasmodium falciparum - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
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