<it>Plasmodium falciparum </it>parasites causing cerebral malaria share variant surface antigens, but are they specific?

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Variant surface antigens (VSA) expressed on the surface of <it>Plasmodium falciparum</it>-infected red blood cells constitute a key for parasite sequestration and immune evasion. In distinct malaria pathologies, such as p...

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Main Authors: Rogier Christophe, Moukoko Else, Tuikue-Ndam Nicaise, Lalya Francis, Viwami Firmine, Kheliouen Nabila, Deloron Philippe, Aubouy Agnès
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-07-01
Series:Malaria Journal
Online Access:http://www.malariajournal.com/content/9/1/220