Question
Microbiology Question on Vector-Borne Diseases
A boy presented with a fever and chills. Rapid test was positive for specific antigen HRP-2. Which of the following species of Plasmodium is the most likely causative agent?
A
Plasmodium falciparum
B
Plasmodium malariae
C
Plasmodium vivax
D
Plasmodium ovale
Answer
Plasmodium ovale
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (D): Plasmodium ovale