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What causes malaria and how is it contracted?
What causes malaria and how is it contracted?
What causes malaria and how is it contracted?
Malaria is caused by the Plasmodium parasite. The parasite is spread to humans through the bites of infected mosquitoes.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
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How does malaria kill?
Malaria may cause anemia and jaundice (yellow coloring of the skin and eyes) because of the loss of red blood cells. If not promptly treated, the infection can become severe and may cause kidney failure, seizures, mental confusion, coma, and death.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
What is the difference between malaria and bacteria?
The difference between the two is that malaria is caused by a parasite and not a virus or bacteria. Bacteria are microorganisms that cause fever and diseases.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
What is a Malaria (Malarial Parasite) Test?
Malaria parasites can be identified by examining under the microscope a drop of the patient's blood, spread out as a blood smear on a microscope slide.
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How does malaria spread?
Malaria is spread by the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito. Malaria may also be spread by transfusion of blood from infected people or by the use of contaminated needles or syringes.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
What should I do if my child has malaria?
If your child has malaria you are advised to seek medical attention at the earliest.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
PERIPHERAL SMEAR FOR MALARIAL PARASITE (MP)
Malaria Parasite, Malaria Parasite By Qbc Method, P/S
- Reports: Within 36 Hrs
- No preparation required