Comparison of the <it>in vitro </it>invasive capabilities of <it>Plasmodium falciparum </it>schizonts isolated by Percoll gradient or using magnetic based separation

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Percoll gradient centrifugation is often used for synchronization, enrichment, or isolation of a particular stage of <it>Plasmodium falciparum</it>. However, Percoll, a hyperosmotic agent, may have harmful effects on the...

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Main Authors: Gerena Lucia, Spadafora Carmenza, Kopydlowski Karen M
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-04-01
Series:Malaria Journal
Online Access:http://www.malariajournal.com/content/10/1/96