Dynamics and role of antibodies to Plasmodium falciparum merozoite antigens in children living in two settings with differing malaria transmission intensity.

Young infants have reduced susceptibility to febrile malaria compared with older children, but the mechanism for this remains unclear. There are conflicting data on the role of passively acquired antibodies. Here, we examine antibody titres to merozoite surface antigens in the protection of children...

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Hoofdauteurs: Kangoye, D, Mensah, V, Murungi, L, Nkumama, I, Nebie, I, Marsh, K, Cisse, B, Bejon, P, Osier, F, Sirima, S
Formaat: Journal article
Taal:English
Gepubliceerd in: 2016