Malaria Self Test Module
Member of mining exploratory team in Zambia. General malaise.

Click on one of the following:
Plasmodium falciparum?

Sorry! Try again.
You obviously noted that the infected red cells are not enlarged.
Have another look and note especially the shape of the parasites.
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Plasmodium vivax?

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You obviously noted that the infected red cells are not enlarged.
Have another look and note especially the shape of the parasites.
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Plasmodium ovale?

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You obviously noted that the infected red cells are not enlarged.
Have another look and note especially the shape of the parasites.
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Plasmodium malariae?

Correct! Well done.
Did you notice that the two parasites in this field are exhibiting typical "band" like tendencies in red cells which are not enlarged?
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Malarial parasites not seen?

Sorry! Have another look.
There are two parasites in this field which show a particular species diagnostic feature.
Take another look and also note the size of the infected red cells. If necessary, go back to the Diagnosis section to refresh your memory.
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