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Genetic diversity of Plasmodium falciparum merozoite surface protein-1 block 2 in sites of contrasting altitudes and malaria endemicities in the Mount Cameroon region.
The American journal of tropical medicine and hygiene - 1 May 2012
Wanji Samuel, Kengne-Ouafo Arnaud J, Eyong Ebanga E Joan, Kimbi Helen K, Tendongfor Nicholas, Ndamukong-Nyanga Judith L, Nana-Djeunga Hugues C, Bourguinat Catherine, Sofeu-Feugaing David D, Charvet Claude L
Abstract excerpt
The present study analyzed the relationship between the genetic diversity of Plasmodium falciparum and parasitologic/entomologic indices in the Mount Cameroon region by using merozoite surface protein 1 as a genetic marker. Blood samples were collected from asymptomatic children from three altitude zones (high, intermediate, and low). Parasitologic and entomologic indices were determined by microscopy and landing...
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