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The Microscopic Diagnosis of Malaria

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Plasmodium vivax trophozoites

Here again, these are infected cells, and you probably can see some differences now.

 

This image represents a slightly older infection. The difference is that infected cells are enlarged and stippled. This is characteristic of P. vivax. Also notice the smooth outline of the infected cells. This is important in distinguishing P. vivax from P. ovale.  

Plasmodium vivax trophozoites, thin blood film

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