Malaria parasite (IMAGE)

Heidelberg University

Malaria parasite

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The illustration shows that, in its early stages, the unicellular malaria pathogen Plasmodium has a slender and curved shape, which is responsible for its characteristic helical movements.

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© Leon Lettermann with Blender

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