Declining genetic polymorphism of the C-terminus Merozoite Surface Protein-1 amidst increased Plasmodium knowlesi transmission in Thailand

Abstract Background Recent reports from Thailand reveal a substantial surge in Plasmodium knowlesi cases over the past decades, with a more than eightfold increase in incidence by 2023 compared to 2018. This study investigates temporal changes in genetic polymorphism associated with the escalating t...

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Published in:	Malaria Journal
Main Authors:	Parsakorn Tapaopong, Sittinont Chainarin, Abdulrohman Mala, Arnuwat Rannarong, Nikom Kangkasikorn, Teera Kusolsuk, Wanlapa Roobsoong, Liwang Cui, Wang Nguitragool, Jetsumon Sattabongkot, Sirasate Bantuchai
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2024-11-01
Subjects:	Malaria Plasmodium knowlesi Genetic diversity Gene polymorphism Merozoite surface protein-1 Thailand
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s12936-024-05162-z