Simple flow cytometric detection of haemozoin containing leukocytes and erythrocytes for research on diagnosis, immunology and drug sensitivity testing

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Malaria pigment (haemozoin, Hz) has been the focus of diverse research efforts. However, identification of Hz-containing leukocytes or parasitized erythrocytes is usually based on microscopy, with inherent limitations. Flow cytometri...

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Main Authors: Grobusch Martin P, Mota Maria M, Vigario Ana M, Pamplona Ana, Rebelo Maria, Frita Rosangela, Hänscheid Thomas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-03-01
Series:Malaria Journal
Online Access:http://www.malariajournal.com/content/10/1/74