Host genetic polymorphisms and serological response against malaria in a selected population in Sri Lanka
Abstract Background Antibodies against the merozoite surface protein 1-19 (MSP1-19) and the apical membrane antigen 1 (AMA1) of the malaria parasite (Plasmodium vivax) are proven to be important in protection against clinical disease. Differences in the production/maintenance of antibodies may be du...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2018-12-01
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| Series: | Malaria Journal |
| Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12936-018-2622-9 |