Plasmodium chabaudi
Plasmodium chabaudi
Plasmodium chabaudi (pronunciation: plaz-MO-dee-um sha-BO-dee) is a species of parasite in the genus Plasmodium, which is a part of the phylum Apicomplexa. The etymology of the term "Plasmodium" is derived from the Greek words "plasma" meaning "mold" and "eidos" meaning "form". The species name "chabaudi" is named after the French parasitologist, Henri Chabaud.
Description
Plasmodium chabaudi is a rodent malaria parasite, which is primarily used in laboratory studies to understand the biology and pathology of malaria in humans. It is known for its synchronous development within the red blood cells of the host.
Life Cycle
The life cycle of Plasmodium chabaudi involves both asexual and sexual reproduction. The asexual stage occurs in the host's red blood cells, while the sexual stage takes place in the gut of the Anopheles mosquito.
Pathology
Infection with Plasmodium chabaudi can lead to anemia, weight loss, and other symptoms similar to those seen in human malaria. The severity of the disease can vary depending on the strain of the parasite and the immune status of the host.
Treatment
Treatment for Plasmodium chabaudi infection typically involves the use of antimalarial drugs. However, resistance to these drugs is a growing concern.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Plasmodium chabaudi
- Wikipedia's article - Plasmodium chabaudi
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