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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: FFFAFA"|<span style="color:navy>'''How does schizont appearance change during their development?'''</span><br />
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Schizonts formation involves successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
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The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two distinct purple chromatin masses within the blue parasite cytoplasm (at this point the cytoplams is not divided so indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). Note that as the parasites develop the haemoglobin is metabolised so the red cell becomes more pale, and the products of red cell breakdown (malaria pigment) become more prominent.<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin (Chr) into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (Cy). Indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable but the malaria pigment is obvious (Pi). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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By this stage the individual merozoites can be distinguished, each with a chromatin dot and cytoplasm; they are now ready for release from the red cell. <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon3.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon3.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal3.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal3.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The asexual division cycles are now complete cartoon image (A) shows the merozoites (M) as discrete chromatin with blue cytoplasm. Malaria pigment is present (P). The clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MEROZOITE RELEASE'''<br />
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In the final stage the red cell membrane is broken down, swelling then separating to release the merozoites and any malaria pigment into the blood where each merozoite enters a red cell to form a new early trophozoite and increasing the infection load. <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon4.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon4.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal4.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal4.jpg}}<br />
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Merozoites cause the red cell membrane to be expanded then to break down; the merozoites (M) are now clearly separate and move apart, the pigment (P) is also released during this process (A); this is shown in the clinical image (B) although this brief stage is rarely seen in practice (''P.malariae'').</div>Adminhttps://haematologyetc.co.uk/index.php?title=Schizont_Development&diff=5674Schizont Development2024-03-27T18:22:24Z<p>Admin: </p>
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: FFFAFA"|<span style="color:navy>'''How does schizont appearance change during their development?'''</span><br />
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Schizonts formation involves successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
<br />
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The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two distinct purple chromatin masses within the blue parasite cytoplasm (at this point the cytoplams is not divided so indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
<br />
As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). Note that as the parasites develop the haemoglobin is metabolised so the red cell becomes more pale, and the products of red cell breakdown (malaria pigment) become more prominent.<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin (Chr) into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (Cy). Indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable but the malaria pigment is obvious (Pi). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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By this stage the individual merozoites can be distinguished, each with a chromatin dot and cytoplasm; they are now ready for release from the red cell. <br />
<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon3.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon3.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal3.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal3.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The asexual division cycles are now complete cartoon image (A) shows the merozoites (M) as discrete chromatin with blue cytoplasm. Malaria pigment is present (P). The clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MEROZOITE RELEASE'''<br />
<br />
In the final stage the red cell membrane is broken down, swelling then separating to release the merozoites and any malaria pigment into the blood where each merozoite enters a red cell to form a new early trophozoite and increasing the infection load. <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon4.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon4.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal4.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal4.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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Merozoites cause the red cell membrane to be expanded then to break down; the merozoites (M) are now clearly separate and move apart, the pigment (P) is also released during this process (A); this is shown in the clinical image (B) although this brief stage is rarely seen in practice (''P.malariae'').</div>Adminhttps://haematologyetc.co.uk/index.php?title=Schizont_Development&diff=5673Schizont Development2024-03-27T18:21:39Z<p>Admin: </p>
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: FFFAFA"|<span style="color:navy>'''How does schizont appearance change during their development?'''</span><br />
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Schizonts formation involves successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
<br />
<br />
The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two distinct purple chromatin masses within the blue parasite cytoplasm (at this point the cytoplams is not divided so indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
<br />
As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). Note that as the parasites develop the haemoglobin is metabolised so the red cell becomes more pale, and the products of red cell breakdown (malaria pigment) become more prominent.<br />
<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin (Chr) into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (Cy). Indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable but the malaria pigment is obvious (Pi). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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By this stage the individual merozoites can be distinguished, each with a chromatin dot and cytoplasm; they are now ready for release from the red cell. <br />
<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon3.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon3.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal3.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal3.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The asexual division cycles are now complete cartoon image (A) shows the merozoites (M) as discrete chromatin with blue cytoplasm. Malaria pigment is present (P). The clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MEROZOITE RELEASE'''<br />
<br />
In the final stage the red cell membrane is broken down, swelling then separating to release the merozoites and any malaria pigment into the blood where each merozoite enters a red cell to form a new early trophozoite and increasing the infection load. <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon4.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon4.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal4.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal4.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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Merozoites cause the red cell membrane to be expanded then to break down; the merozoites (M) are now clearly separate and move apart, the pigment (P) is also released during this process (A); this is shown in the clinical image (B) although this brief stage is rarely seen in practice (''P.malariae'').</div>Adminhttps://haematologyetc.co.uk/index.php?title=Schizont_Development&diff=5672Schizont Development2024-03-27T18:18:25Z<p>Admin: </p>
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Schizonts formation involves successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
<br />
<br />
The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two distinct purple chromatin masses within the blue parasite cytoplasm (at this point the cytoplams is not divided so indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
<br />
As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). Note that as the parasites develop the haemoglobin is metabolised so the red cell becomes more pale, and the products of red cell breakdown (malaria pigment) become more prominent.<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin (Chr) into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (Cy). Indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable but the malaria pigment is obvious (Pi). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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By this stage the individual merozoites can be distinguished, each with a chromatin dot and cytoplasm; they are now ready for release from the red cell. <br />
<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon3.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon3.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal3.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal3.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The asexual division cycles are now complete cartoon image (A) shows the merozoites (M) as discrete chromatin with blue cytoplasm. Malaria pigment is present (P). The clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MEROZOITE RELEASE'''<br />
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In the final stage the red cell membrane is broken down, swelling then separating to release the merozoites and any malaria pigment into the blood where each merozoite enters a red cell to form a new early trophozoite and increasing the infection load. <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon4.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon4.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal4.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal4.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The earliest growth stage, and may be the only form seen in this species:<br />
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*[[Ring forms]] that are fine and delicate<br />
*Frequently the red cells contain [[multiple parasites]] <br />
*Parasites may have a distinctive [[Double chromatin dot forms|"double dot"]] or signet ring form<br />
*Parasites may appear on the [[Accolé form|accolé forms]] that appear flattened against the cell membrane<br />
*Affected red cells have normal size and haemoglobin content<br />
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The later growth stage:<br />
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*Parasites resemble early ring forms, but are thicker and may be slightly larger<br />
*Additional blue/grey dots and clefts are seen in red cell cytoplasm when [[stained correctly]] <br />
*These dots have low number a characteristic "dot" or "line" form [[Maurer's dots and clefts]]<br />
*[[Red cell size and shape|Size and shape]] of infected red cells is usually unaffected, but may become crenated<br />
*The [[Double chromatin dot forms|double dot]], [[Accolé form| accolé]], and [[multiple parasites|multiple parasite]] forms remain present<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The schizont'''<br />
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The asexual form:<br />
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*'''Do not generally circulate in this species unless overwhelming infection'''<br />
*The asexually formed developing "merozoites" cluster untidily <br />
*[[Schizont Development|Schizonts]] develop progressively to form 8-16 merozoites when mature<br />
*In this species the loose [[Malaria Pigment|malaria pigment]] may be seen in clumps between the parasites<br />
*Red cell size is generally unaffected but [[Haemoglobin Metabolism|haemoglobin is lost]] (metabolised by the parasites)<br />
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'''The gametocyte'''<br />
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The sexual replication form (very distinctive).<br />
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*Gametocytes are elongated but are restricted into typical shape by the red cell membrane <br />
*They parasites are rod shaped but the membrane may cause them to curve into a “[[Banana gametocyte|"banana" form]]”<br />
*The residual membrane (empty of haemoglobin) is often seen as a "blister" to the side of the parasite<br />
*The single chromatin area is in the centre of the parasite, often has [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] overlying it<br />
*Gametocytes may not be be seen, or may be the only form present (particularly after treatment)<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: FFFAFA"|<span style="color:navy>'''How does schizont appearance change during their development?'''</span><br />
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Schizonts formation involves successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
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The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two distinct purple chromatin masses within the blue parasite cytoplasm (at this point the cytoplams is not divided so indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). Note that as the parasites develop the haemoglobin is metabolised so the red cell becomes more pale, and the products of red cell breakdown (malaria pigment) become more prominent.<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin (Chr) into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (Cy). Indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable but the malaria pigment is obvious (Pi). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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By this stage the individual merozoites can be distinguished, each with a chromatin dot and cytoplasm; they are now ready for release from the red cell. <br />
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File:Schizontcartoon3.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon3.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal3.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal3.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The asexual division cycles are now complete cartoon image (A) shows the merozoites (M) as discrete chromatin with blue cytoplasm. Malaria pigment is present (P). The clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: FFFAFA"|<span style="color:navy>'''How does schizont appearance change during their development?'''</span><br />
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Schizonts formation involves successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
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<br />
The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two distinct purple chromatin masses within the blue parasite cytoplasm (at this point the cytoplams is not divided so indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). Note that as the parasites develop the haemoglobin is metabolised so the red cell becomes more pale, and the products of red cell breakdown (malaria pigment) become more prominent.<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin (Chr) into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (Cy). Indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable but the malaria pigment is obvious (Pi). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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By this stage the individual merozoites can be distinguished, each with a chromatin dot and cytoplasm; they are now ready for release from the red cell. <br />
<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon3.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon3.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal3.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal3.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The asexual division cycles are now complete cartoon image (A) shows the merozoites (M) as discrete chromatin with blue cytoplasm. Malaria pigment is present (P). The clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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Schizonts formation involves successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
<br />
<br />
The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two distinct purple chromatin masses within the blue parasite cytoplasm (at this point the cytoplams is not divided so indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
<br />
As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). Note that as the parasites develop the haemoglobin is metabolised so the red cell becomes more pale, and the products of red cell breakdown (malaria pigment) become more prominent.<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin (Chr) into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (Cy). Indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable but the malaria pigment is obvious (Pi). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
By this stage the individual merozoites can be distinguished, each with a chromatin dot and cytoplasm; they are now ready for release from the red cell. <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon3.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon3.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal3.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal3.jpg}}<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: FFFAFA"|<span style="color:navy>'''How does schizont appearance change during their development?'''</span><br />
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<br />
Schizonts formation involves successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
<br />
<br />
The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two distinct purple chromatin masses within the blue parasite cytoplasm (at this point the cytoplams is not divided so indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
<br />
As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). Note that as the parasites develop the haemoglobin is metabolised so the red cell becomes more pale, and the products of red cell breakdown (malaria pigment) become more prominent.<br />
<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin (Chr) into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (Cy). Indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable but the malaria pigment is obvious (Pi). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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xxxxxx<br />
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File:Schizontcartoon3.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon3.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal3.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal3.jpg}}<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: FFFAFA"|<span style="color:navy>'''How does schizont appearance change during their development?'''</span><br />
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<br />
Schizonts formation involves successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
<br />
<br />
The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two distinct purple chromatin masses within the blue parasite cytoplasm (atthis point the cytoplams is not divided so indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
<br />
As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). Note that as the parasites develop the haemoglobin is metabolised so the red cell becomes more pale, and the products of red cell breakdown (malaria pigment) become more prominent.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin (Chr) into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (Cy). Indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable but the malaria pigment is obvious (Pi). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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xxxxxx<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon3.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon3.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal3.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal3.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: FFFAFA"|<span style="color:navy>'''How does schizont appearance change during their development?'''</span><br />
<br />
<br />
Schizonts formation involves successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
<br />
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<br />
'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
<br />
<br />
The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two masses within a continuous blue parasite cytoplasm (indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable here). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
<br />
As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). Note that as the parasites develop the haemoglobin is metabolised so the red cell becomes more pale, and the products of red cell breakdown (malaria pigment) become more prominent.<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin (Chr) into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (Cy). Indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable but the malaria pigment is obvious (Pi). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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xxxxxx<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon3.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon3.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal3.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal3.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The schizonts we see on blood films are each at a particular stage of the successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
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The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two masses within a continuous blue parasite cytoplasm (indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable here). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). Note that as the parasites develop the haemoglobin is metabolised so the red cell becomes more pale, and the products of red cell breakdown (malaria pigment) become more prominent.<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin (Chr) into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (Cy). Indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable but the malaria pigment is obvious (Pi). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots and malaria pigment) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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The schizonts we see on blood films are each at a particular stage of the successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
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<br />
The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two masses within a continuous blue parasite cytoplasm (indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable here). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). Note that as the parasites develop the haemoglobin is metabolised so the red cell becomes more pale, and the products of red cell breakdown (malaria pigment) become more prominent.<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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The schizonts we see on blood films are each at a particular stage of the successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
<br />
<br />
The first recognisable stage occurs when the schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two masses within a continuous blue parasite cytoplasm (indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable here). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
<br />
As schizont development proceeds further cycles of division cause the appearance of mutiple separate areas chromatin that will eventually form the merozoies, although at this stage they still lie within a single cytoplasmic mass. The number of divisions varies between species, so in mature schizonts this can contribute to species identification (see schizont gallery). <br />
<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon2.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal2.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
The cartoon image (A) shows the further division of chromatin into many discrete massed within the blue parasite cytoplasm (indiviual merozoites are still not distinguishable). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (again from ''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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<br />
The schizonts we see on blood films are each at a particular stage of the successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
<br />
<br />
The first recognisable stage occurs when th schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult to distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two masses within a continuous blue parasite cytoplams (indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable here). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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<br />
The schizonts we see on blood films are each at a particular stage of the successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
<br />
<br />
The first recognisable stage occurs when th schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult t distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
File:Schizontreal1.jpg|B|link={{filepath:Schizontreal1.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The cartoon image (A) shows the division of chromatin into two masses within a continuous blue parasite cytoplams (indiviual merozoites are not really distinguishable here). A clinical image of a parasite at this developmental stage (''P.ovale'' with well shown James'dots) is shown in panel (B).<br />
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The schizonts we see on blood films are each at a particular stage of the successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms. Those merozoites are released as the red cell breaks down then go on to infect another red cell. Schizonts therefre look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DIVISION'''<br />
<br />
<br />
The first recognisable stage occurs when th schizonts first divide their chromatin to form two distinct masses. This first stage is the least distinctive and can be difficult t distinguish from a late trophozoite or gametocyte with a double chromatin dot. But often the appearance is clear. <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:Schizontcartoon1.jpg|A|link={{filepath:Schizontcartoon1.jpg}}<br />
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The schizont form we see reflects successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms that are released as the red cell breaks down. Each merozoite then goes on to infect another red cell. This is therefore a progressive process and schizonts will look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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The schizont form we see reflects successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms that are released as the red cell breaks down. Each merozoite then goes on to infect another red cell. This is therefore a progressive process and schizonts will look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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The schizont form we see reflects successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms that are released as the red cell breaks down. Each merozoite then goes on to infect another red cell. This is therefore a progressive process and schizonts will look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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The schizont form we see reflects successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms that are released as the red cell breaks down. Each merozoite then goes on to infect another red cell. This is therefore a progressive process and schizonts will look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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''P.falciparum'' (and ''P.knowlesi'')<br />
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Red cell size and shape is generally unchanged although they may become crenated <br />
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The early (A) trophozoites lie within red cells that do not change size or shape, at later development (B) they may remain unchanged or acquire subtle crenation. <br />
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'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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For both ''P.ovale'' and ''P.vivax'' the red cells become progressively enlarged and distorted as the parasites develop. It may not be possible to distingish the species based on red cell appearances, but there are differences which should be looked for.<br />
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''P.ovale''<br />
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Expect increased red cell size but this may not be marked; the typical shape is an ovoid shape (hence the name) and there may be characteristic finbriation of cytoplams (that may be limited to one pole of the cell).<br />
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File:5SizePOET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|5SizePOET.jpg}}<br />
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Early (A) and late (B) trophozoites o ''P.ovale''. In each case there is a tendency for red cells to have an ovoid shape and there is distortion of the cytoplasm with sharp projectiosn (fimbriation). These orregular and spiky projections differ from the rounded crenation that may be seen in ''P.falciparum''.<br />
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This species tend to have the largest red cell size that becomes evident at quite and early stage; the typical shape is quite irregular fimbriation is not (generally) seen.<br />
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File:8SizePVLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:8SizePVLT.jpg}}<br />
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Trophozoites of ''P.vivax'' cause increase in size and distortion of red cells as the parasites mature. Here, the the early trophozoite (A) is enlarged but still retains a relatively undistorted elongated shape (similar to ''P.ovale''); however the late form (B) is has a very irregular shape (note that unlike ''P.ovale'' the red cell is not fimbriated).</div>Adminhttps://haematologyetc.co.uk/index.php?title=Schizont_Development&diff=5645Schizont Development2024-03-26T10:06:49Z<p>Admin: </p>
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The schizont form we see reflects successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms that are released as the red cell breaks down. Each merozoite then goes on to infect another red cell. This is therefore a progressive process and schizonts will look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DEIVISION'''<br />
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''P.malariae''<br />
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The red cells in this species remain round and are often small in size <br />
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File:1SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:1SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
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The early (A) and late trophozoites (B) shown in this image each lie within round erythrocytes with reduced size.<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
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''P.falciparum'' (and ''P.knowlesi'')<br />
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Red cell size and shape is generally unchanged although they may become crenated <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:3SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|3SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:4SizePFLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePFLT.jpg}}<br />
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The early (A) trophozoites lie within red cells that do not change size or shape, at later development (B) they may remain unchanged or acquire subtle crenation. <br />
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'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
For both ''P.ovale'' and ''P.vivax'' the red cells become progressively enlarged and distorted as the parasites develop. It may not be possible to distingish the species based on red cell appearances, but there are differences which should be looked for.<br />
<br />
<br />
''P.ovale''<br />
<br />
Expect increased red cell size but this may not be marked; the typical shape is an ovoid shape (hence the name) and there may be characteristic finbriation of cytoplams (that may be limited to one pole of the cell).<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:5SizePOET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|5SizePOET.jpg}}<br />
File:6SizePOLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePOLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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Early (A) and late (B) trophozoites o ''P.ovale''. In each case there is a tendency for red cells to have an ovoid shape and there is distortion of the cytoplasm with sharp projectiosn (fimbriation). These orregular and spiky projections differ from the rounded crenation that may be seen in ''P.falciparum''.<br />
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'''MEROZOITE RELEASE'''<br />
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This species tend to have the largest red cell size that becomes evident at quite and early stage; the typical shape is quite irregular fimbriation is not (generally) seen.<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:7SizePVET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|7SizePVET.jpg}}<br />
File:8SizePVLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:8SizePVLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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Trophozoites of ''P.vivax'' cause increase in size and distortion of red cells as the parasites mature. Here, the the early trophozoite (A) is enlarged but still retains a relatively undistorted elongated shape (similar to ''P.ovale''); however the late form (B) is has a very irregular shape (note that unlike ''P.ovale'' the red cell is not fimbriated).</div>Adminhttps://haematologyetc.co.uk/index.php?title=Schizont_Development&diff=5644Schizont Development2024-03-26T10:06:21Z<p>Admin: </p>
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The schizont form we see reflects successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms that are relaesed as the red cell breaks down. Each merozoite then goes on to infect another red cell. This is therefore a progressive process and schizonts will look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DEIVISION'''<br />
<br />
''P.malariae''<br />
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The red cells in this species remain round and are often small in size <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:1SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:1SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:2SizePMLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:2SizePMLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The early (A) and late trophozoites (B) shown in this image each lie within round erythrocytes with reduced size.<br />
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'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
''P.falciparum'' (and ''P.knowlesi'')<br />
<br />
Red cell size and shape is generally unchanged although they may become crenated <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:3SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|3SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:4SizePFLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePFLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The early (A) trophozoites lie within red cells that do not change size or shape, at later development (B) they may remain unchanged or acquire subtle crenation. <br />
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'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
For both ''P.ovale'' and ''P.vivax'' the red cells become progressively enlarged and distorted as the parasites develop. It may not be possible to distingish the species based on red cell appearances, but there are differences which should be looked for.<br />
<br />
<br />
''P.ovale''<br />
<br />
Expect increased red cell size but this may not be marked; the typical shape is an ovoid shape (hence the name) and there may be characteristic finbriation of cytoplams (that may be limited to one pole of the cell).<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:5SizePOET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|5SizePOET.jpg}}<br />
File:6SizePOLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePOLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
Early (A) and late (B) trophozoites o ''P.ovale''. In each case there is a tendency for red cells to have an ovoid shape and there is distortion of the cytoplasm with sharp projectiosn (fimbriation). These orregular and spiky projections differ from the rounded crenation that may be seen in ''P.falciparum''.<br />
<br />
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'''MEROZOITE RELEASE'''<br />
<br />
This species tend to have the largest red cell size that becomes evident at quite and early stage; the typical shape is quite irregular fimbriation is not (generally) seen.<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:7SizePVET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|7SizePVET.jpg}}<br />
File:8SizePVLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:8SizePVLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
Trophozoites of ''P.vivax'' cause increase in size and distortion of red cells as the parasites mature. Here, the the early trophozoite (A) is enlarged but still retains a relatively undistorted elongated shape (similar to ''P.ovale''); however the late form (B) is has a very irregular shape (note that unlike ''P.ovale'' the red cell is not fimbriated).</div>Adminhttps://haematologyetc.co.uk/index.php?title=Schizont_Development&diff=5643Schizont Development2024-03-26T10:04:43Z<p>Admin: </p>
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<br />
The schizont form we see reflects successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms that are relaesed as the red cell breaks down. Each merozoite then goes on to infect another red cell. This is therefore a progressive process and schizonts will look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''SMALL ROUND RED CELLS'''<br />
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''P.malariae''<br />
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The red cells in this species remain round and are often small in size <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:1SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:1SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:2SizePMLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:2SizePMLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The early (A) and late trophozoites (B) shown in this image each lie within round erythrocytes with reduced size.<br />
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'''THE INITIAL ASEXUAL DEIVISION'''<br />
<br />
''P.falciparum'' (and ''P.knowlesi'')<br />
<br />
Red cell size and shape is generally unchanged although they may become crenated <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:3SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|3SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:4SizePFLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePFLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
The early (A) trophozoites lie within red cells that do not change size or shape, at later development (B) they may remain unchanged or acquire subtle crenation. <br />
<br />
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----<br />
<br />
'''IMMATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
For both ''P.ovale'' and ''P.vivax'' the red cells become progressively enlarged and distorted as the parasites develop. It may not be possible to distingish the species based on red cell appearances, but there are differences which should be looked for.<br />
<br />
<br />
''P.ovale''<br />
<br />
Expect increased red cell size but this may not be marked; the typical shape is an ovoid shape (hence the name) and there may be characteristic finbriation of cytoplams (that may be limited to one pole of the cell).<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:5SizePOET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|5SizePOET.jpg}}<br />
File:6SizePOLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePOLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
Early (A) and late (B) trophozoites o ''P.ovale''. In each case there is a tendency for red cells to have an ovoid shape and there is distortion of the cytoplasm with sharp projectiosn (fimbriation). These orregular and spiky projections differ from the rounded crenation that may be seen in ''P.falciparum''.<br />
<br />
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<br />
'''MATURE SCHIZONT APPEARANCES'''<br />
<br />
This species tend to have the largest red cell size that becomes evident at quite and early stage; the typical shape is quite irregular fimbriation is not (generally) seen.<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:7SizePVET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|7SizePVET.jpg}}<br />
File:8SizePVLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:8SizePVLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
Trophozoites of ''P.vivax'' cause increase in size and distortion of red cells as the parasites mature. Here, the the early trophozoite (A) is enlarged but still retains a relatively undistorted elongated shape (similar to ''P.ovale''); however the late form (B) is has a very irregular shape (note that unlike ''P.ovale'' the red cell is not fimbriated).<br />
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<br />
<br />
The schizont form we see reflects successive cycles of asexual division that eventually result in the formation of multiple separate "merozoite" forms that are relaesed as the red cell breaks down. Each merozoite then goes on to infect another red cell. This is therefore a progressive process and schizonts will look very different depending on which stage of development they represent. Below are images of schizonts at different developmental stages.<br />
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'''SMALL ROUND RED CELLS'''<br />
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''P.malariae''<br />
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The red cells in this species remain round and are often small in size <br />
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File:1SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:1SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:2SizePMLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:2SizePMLT.jpg}}<br />
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The early (A) and late trophozoites (B) shown in this image each lie within round erythrocytes with reduced size.<br />
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'''RED CELLS WITH UNCHANGED SIZE AND SHAPE'''<br />
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''P.falciparum'' (and ''P.knowlesi'')<br />
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Red cell size and shape is generally unchanged although they may become crenated <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:3SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|3SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:4SizePFLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePFLT.jpg}}<br />
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The early (A) trophozoites lie within red cells that do not change size or shape, at later development (B) they may remain unchanged or acquire subtle crenation. <br />
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'''ENLARGED AND DISTORTED RED CELLS'''<br />
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For both ''P.ovale'' and ''P.vivax'' the red cells become progressively enlarged and distorted as the parasites develop. It may not be possible to distingish the species based on red cell appearances, but there are differences which should be looked for.<br />
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<br />
''P.ovale''<br />
<br />
Expect increased red cell size but this may not be marked; the typical shape is an ovoid shape (hence the name) and there may be characteristic finbriation of cytoplams (that may be limited to one pole of the cell).<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:5SizePOET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|5SizePOET.jpg}}<br />
File:6SizePOLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePOLT.jpg}}<br />
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Early (A) and late (B) trophozoites o ''P.ovale''. In each case there is a tendency for red cells to have an ovoid shape and there is distortion of the cytoplasm with sharp projectiosn (fimbriation). These orregular and spiky projections differ from the rounded crenation that may be seen in ''P.falciparum''.<br />
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''P.vivax''<br />
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This species tend to have the largest red cell size that becomes evident at quite and early stage; the typical shape is quite irregular fimbriation is not (generally) seen.<br />
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Trophozoites of ''P.vivax'' cause increase in size and distortion of red cells as the parasites mature. Here, the the early trophozoite (A) is enlarged but still retains a relatively undistorted elongated shape (similar to ''P.ovale''); however the late form (B) is has a very irregular shape (note that unlike ''P.ovale'' the red cell is not fimbriated).</div>Adminhttps://haematologyetc.co.uk/index.php?title=Schizont_Development&diff=5641Schizont Development2024-03-26T09:56:34Z<p>Admin: Created page with "---- '''Navigation'''</br> Go Back ---- {| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 4px; color:black" |colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: FFFAFA"|<span style="color:navy>'''How is red cell size and shape affected as malaria develops?'''</span> During parasite develop,emt each species alters the red cell that they occupy. These changes differ between species causing characteristic chan..."</p>
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During parasite develop,emt each species alters the red cell that they occupy. These changes differ between species causing characteristic changes to.red. cell size and red cell shape. These changes occur from a relatively early stage of parasite development although the very earliest trophozoites may yet show these features. These changes in size are retained at schizont and gametocyte stages, though shape may be different (see each species description).<br />
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'''SMALL ROUND RED CELLS'''<br />
<br />
''P.malariae''<br />
<br />
The red cells in this species remain round and are often small in size <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:1SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:1SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
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The early (A) and late trophozoites (B) shown in this image each lie within round erythrocytes with reduced size.<br />
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'''RED CELLS WITH UNCHANGED SIZE AND SHAPE'''<br />
<br />
''P.falciparum'' (and ''P.knowlesi'')<br />
<br />
Red cell size and shape is generally unchanged although they may become crenated <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:3SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|3SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:4SizePFLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePFLT.jpg}}<br />
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The early (A) trophozoites lie within red cells that do not change size or shape, at later development (B) they may remain unchanged or acquire subtle crenation. <br />
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'''ENLARGED AND DISTORTED RED CELLS'''<br />
<br />
For both ''P.ovale'' and ''P.vivax'' the red cells become progressively enlarged and distorted as the parasites develop. It may not be possible to distingish the species based on red cell appearances, but there are differences which should be looked for.<br />
<br />
<br />
''P.ovale''<br />
<br />
Expect increased red cell size but this may not be marked; the typical shape is an ovoid shape (hence the name) and there may be characteristic finbriation of cytoplams (that may be limited to one pole of the cell).<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:5SizePOET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|5SizePOET.jpg}}<br />
File:6SizePOLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePOLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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Early (A) and late (B) trophozoites o ''P.ovale''. In each case there is a tendency for red cells to have an ovoid shape and there is distortion of the cytoplasm with sharp projectiosn (fimbriation). These orregular and spiky projections differ from the rounded crenation that may be seen in ''P.falciparum''.<br />
<br />
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''P.vivax''<br />
<br />
This species tend to have the largest red cell size that becomes evident at quite and early stage; the typical shape is quite irregular fimbriation is not (generally) seen.<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:7SizePVET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|7SizePVET.jpg}}<br />
File:8SizePVLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:8SizePVLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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Trophozoites of ''P.vivax'' cause increase in size and distortion of red cells as the parasites mature. Here, the the early trophozoite (A) is enlarged but still retains a relatively undistorted elongated shape (similar to ''P.ovale''); however the late form (B) is has a very irregular shape (note that unlike ''P.ovale'' the red cell is not fimbriated).</div>Adminhttps://haematologyetc.co.uk/index.php?title=Plasmodium_falciparum:_Morphology&diff=5640Plasmodium falciparum: Morphology2024-03-25T09:48:09Z<p>Admin: </p>
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The earliest growth stage, and may be the only form seen in this species:<br />
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*[[Ring forms]] that are fine and delicate<br />
*Frequently the red cells contain [[multiple parasites]] <br />
*Parasites may have a distinctive [[Double chromatin dot forms|"double dot"]] or signet ring form<br />
*Parasites may appear on the [[Accolé form|accolé forms]] that appear flattened against the cell membrane<br />
*Affected red cells have normal size and haemoglobin content<br />
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The later growth stage:<br />
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*Parasites resemble early ring forms, but are thicker and may be slightly larger<br />
*Additional blue/grey dots and clefts are seen in red cell cytoplasm when [[stained correctly]] <br />
*These dots have low number a characteristic "dot" or "line" form [[Maurer's dots and clefts]]<br />
*[[Red cell size and shape|Size and shape]] of infected red cells is usually unaffected, but may become crenated<br />
*The [[Double chromatin dot forms|double dot]], [[Accolé form| accolé]], and [[multiple parasites|multiple parasite]] forms remain present<br />
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The asexual form:<br />
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*'''Do not generally circulate in this species unless overwhelming infection'''<br />
*Contain multiple (8-16) asexually formed developing parasites known as "merozoites" <br />
*[[Schizont Development|Development is progressive]]: first there are multiple chromatin dots, later a distinct nucleus and cytoplasm appears<br />
*In this species the loose [[Malaria Pigment|malaria pigment]] may be seen in clumps between the parasites<br />
*Red cell size is generally unaffected but [[Haemoglobin Metabolism|haemoglobin is lost]] (metabolised by the parasites)<br />
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'''The gametocyte'''<br />
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The sexual replication form (very distinctive).<br />
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*Gametocytes are elongated but are restricted into typical shape by the red cell membrane <br />
*They parasites are rod shaped but the membrane may cause them to curve into a “[[Banana gametocyte|"banana" form]]”<br />
*The residual membrane (empty of haemoglobin) is often seen as a "blister" to the side of the parasite<br />
*The single chromatin area is in the centre of the parasite, often has [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] overlying it<br />
*Gametocytes may not be be seen, or may be the only form present (particularly after treatment)<br />
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The earliest growth stage, and may be the only form seen in this species:<br />
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*[[Ring forms]] that are fine and delicate<br />
*Frequently the red cells contain [[multiple parasites]] <br />
*Parasites may have a distinctive [[Double chromatin dot forms|"double dot"]] or signet ring form<br />
*Parasites may appear on the [[Accolé form|accolé forms]] that appear flattened against the cell membrane<br />
*Affected red cells have normal size and haemoglobin content<br />
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The later growth stage:<br />
<br />
*Parasites resemble early ring forms, but are thicker and may be slightly larger<br />
*Additional blue/grey dots and clefts are seen in red cell cytoplasm when [[stained correctly]] <br />
*These dots have low number a characteristic "dot" or "line" form [[Maurer's dots and clefts]]<br />
*[[Red cell size and shape|Size and shape]] of infected red cells is usually unaffected, but may become crenated<br />
*The [[Double chromatin dot forms|double dot]], [[Accolé form| accolé]], and [[multiple parasites|multiple parasite]] forms remain present<br />
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File:PFSc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFSc.jpg}}<br />
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The asexual form:<br />
<br />
*'''Do not generally circulate in this species unless overwhelming infection'''<br />
*Contain multiple (8-16) asexually formed developing parasites known as "merozoites" <br />
*[[Schizont Development|Development is progressive]]: first there are multiple chromatin dots, later a distinct nucleus and cytoplasm appears<br />
*In this species the loose [[Malaria Pigment|malaria pigment]] may be seen in clumps between the parasites<br />
*Red cell size is generally unaffected but [[Haemoglobin Metabolism|haemoglobin is lost]] (metabolised by the parasites)<br />
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'''The gametocyte'''<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The gametocyte'''<br />
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File:PFGc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFGc.jpg}}<br />
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The sexual replication form (very distinctive).<br />
<br />
*Gametocytes are elongated but are restricted into typical shape by the red cell membrane <br />
*They parasites are rod shaped but the membrane may cause them to curve into a “[[Banana gametocyte|"banana" form]]”<br />
*The residual membrane ([[empty of haemoglobin]]) is often seen as a "blister" to the side of the parasite<br />
*The single chromatin area is in the centre of the parasite, often has [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] overlying it<br />
*Gametocytes may not be be seen, or may be the only form present (particularly after treatment)<br />
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The earliest growth stage, and may be the only form seen in this species:<br />
<br />
*[[Ring forms]] that are fine and delicate<br />
*Frequently the red cells contain [[multiple parasites]] <br />
*Parasites may have a distinctive [[Double chromatin dot forms|"double dot"]] or signet ring form<br />
*Parasites may appear on the [[Accolé form|accolé forms]] that appear flattened against the cell membrane<br />
*Affected red cells have normal size and haemoglobin content<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFLTc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLTc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFLT-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLT-main_image.jpg}}<br />
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<br />
<br />
The later growth stage:<br />
<br />
*Parasites resemble early ring forms, but are thicker and may be slightly larger<br />
*Additional blue/grey dots and clefts are seen in red cell cytoplasm when [[stained correctly]] <br />
*These dots have low number a characteristic "dot" or "line" form [[Maurer's dots and clefts]]<br />
*[[Red cell size and shape|Size and shape]] of infected red cells is usually unaffected, but may become crenated<br />
*The [[Double chromatin dot forms|double dot]], [[Accolé form| accolé]], and [[multiple parasites|multiple parasite]] forms remain present<br />
<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The schizont'''<br />
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The asexual form:<br />
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*'''Do not generally circulate in this species unless overwhelming infection'''<br />
*Contain multiple [[Schizonts|asexually formed]] developing parasites known as "schizonts" <br />
*[[Schizonts|Development is progressive]]: first there are multiple chromatin dots, later a distinct nucleus and cytoplasm appears<br />
*Loose [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] may be seen in clumps between the parasites<br />
*Red cell size is generally unaffected but [[haemoglobin will largely be absent]] (metabolised by the parasites)<br />
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'''The gametocyte'''<br />
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The sexual replication form (very distinctive).<br />
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*Gametocytes are elongated but are restricted into typical shape by the red cell membrane <br />
*They parasites are rod shaped but the membrane may cause them to curve into a “[[Banana gametocyte|"banana" form]]”<br />
*The residual membrane ([[empty of haemoglobin]]) is often seen as a "blister" to the side of the parasite<br />
*The single chromatin area is in the centre of the parasite, often has [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] overlying it<br />
*Gametocytes may not be be seen, or may be the only form present (particularly after treatment)<br />
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The earliest growth stage, and may be the only form seen in this species:<br />
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*[[Ring forms]] that are fine and delicate<br />
*Frequently the red cells contain [[multiple parasites]] <br />
*Parasites may have a distinctive [[Double chromatin dot forms|"double dot"]] or signet ring form<br />
*Parasites may appear on the [[Accolé form|accolé forms]] that appear flattened against the cell membrane<br />
*Affected red cells have normal size and haemoglobin content<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The late trophozoite'''<br />
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The later growth stage:<br />
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*Parasites resemble early ring forms, but are thicker and may be slightly larger<br />
*Additional blue/grey dots and clefts are seen in red cell cytoplasm when [[stained correctly]] <br />
*These dots have low number a characteristic "dot" or "line" form [[Maurer's dots and clefts]]<br />
*[[Red cell size and shape|Size and shape]] of infected red cells is usually unaffected, but may become crenated<br />
*The [[Double chromatin dot forms|double dot]], [[Accolé form| accolé]], and [[multiple parasites|multiple parasite]] forms remain present<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The schizont'''<br />
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The asexual form:<br />
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*'''Do not generally circulate in this species unless overwhelming infection'''<br />
*Contain multiple [[Schizonts|asexually formed]] developing parasites (most frequently 8-16) <br />
*[[Schizonts|Development is progressive]]: first there are multiple chromatin dots, later a distinct nucleus and cytoplasm appears<br />
*Loose [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] may be seen in clumps between the parasites<br />
*Red cell size is generally unaffected but [[haemoglobin will largely be absent]] (metabolised by the parasites)<br />
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'''The gametocyte'''<br />
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The sexual replication form (very distinctive).<br />
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*Gametocytes are elongated but are restricted into typical shape by the red cell membrane <br />
*They parasites are rod shaped but the membrane may cause them to curve into a “[[Banana gametocyte|"banana" form]]”<br />
*The residual membrane ([[empty of haemoglobin]]) is often seen as a "blister" to the side of the parasite<br />
*The single chromatin area is in the centre of the parasite, often has [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] overlying it<br />
*Gametocytes may not be be seen, or may be the only form present (particularly after treatment)<br />
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During parasite develop,emt each species alters the red cell that they occupy. These changes differ between species causing characteristic changes to.red. cell size and red cell shape. These changes occur from a relatively early stage of parasite development although the very earliest trophozoites may yet show these features. These changes in size are retained at schizont and gametocyte stages, though shape may be different (see each species description).<br />
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'''SMALL ROUND RED CELLS'''<br />
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''P.malariae''<br />
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The red cells in this species remain round and are often small in size <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:1SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:1SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:2SizePMLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:2SizePMLT.jpg}}<br />
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The early (A) and late trophozoites (B) shown in this image each lie within round erythrocytes with reduced size.<br />
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'''RED CELLS WITH UNCHANGED SIZE AND SHAPE'''<br />
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''P.falciparum'' (and ''P.knowlesi'')<br />
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Red cell size and shape is generally unchanged although they may become crenated <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:3SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|3SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:4SizePFLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePFLT.jpg}}<br />
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The early (A) trophozoites lie within red cells that do not change size or shape, at later development (B) they may remain unchanged or acquire subtle crenation. <br />
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'''ENLARGED AND DISTORTED RED CELLS'''<br />
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For both ''P.ovale'' and ''P.vivax'' the red cells become progressively enlarged and distorted as the parasites develop. It may not be possible to distingish the species based on red cell appearances, but there are differences which should be looked for.<br />
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''P.ovale''<br />
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Expect increased red cell size but this may not be marked; the typical shape is an ovoid shape (hence the name) and there may be characteristic finbriation of cytoplams (that may be limited to one pole of the cell).<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:5SizePOET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|5SizePOET.jpg}}<br />
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Early (A) and late (B) trophozoites o ''P.ovale''. In each case there is a tendency for red cells to have an ovoid shape and there is distortion of the cytoplasm with sharp projectiosn (fimbriation). These orregular and spiky projections differ from the rounded crenation that may be seen in ''P.falciparum''.<br />
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''P.vivax''<br />
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This species tend to have the largest red cell size that becomes evident at quite and early stage; the typical shape is quite irregular fimbriation is not (generally) seen.<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:7SizePVET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|7SizePVET.jpg}}<br />
File:8SizePVLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:8SizePVLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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Trophozoites of ''P.vivax'' cause increase in size and distortion of red cells as the parasites mature. Here, the the early trophozoite (A) is enlarged but still retains a relatively undistorted elongated shape (similar to ''P.ovale''); however the late form (B) is has a very irregular shape (note that unlike ''P.ovale'' the red cell is not fimbriated).</div>Adminhttps://haematologyetc.co.uk/index.php?title=Red_cell_size_and_shape&diff=5635Red cell size and shape2024-03-25T09:39:28Z<p>Admin: </p>
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: FFFAFA"|<span style="color:navy>'''How is red cell size and shape affected as malaria develops?'''</span><br />
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<br />
During parasite develop,emt each species alters the red cell that they occupy. These changes differ between species causing characteristic changes to.red. cell size and red cell shape. These changes occur from a relatively early stage of parasite development although the very earliest trophozoites may yet show these features <br />
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'''SMALL ROUND RED CELLS'''<br />
<br />
''P.malariae''<br />
<br />
The red cells in this species remain round and are often small in size <br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:1SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:1SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:2SizePMLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:2SizePMLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The early (A) and late trophozoites (B) shown in this image each lie within round erythrocytes with reduced size.<br />
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'''RED CELLS WITH UNCHANGED SIZE AND SHAPE'''<br />
<br />
''P.falciparum'' (and ''P.knowlesi'')<br />
<br />
Red cell size and shape is generally unchanged although they may become crenated <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:3SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|3SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:4SizePFLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePFLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The early (A) trophozoites lie within red cells that do not change size or shape, at later development (B) they may remain unchanged or acquire subtle crenation. <br />
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'''ENLARGED AND DISTORTED RED CELLS'''<br />
<br />
For both ''P.ovale'' and ''P.vivax'' the red cells become progressively enlarged and distorted as the parasites develop. It may not be possible to distingish the species based on red cell appearances, but there are differences which should be looked for.<br />
<br />
<br />
''P.ovale''<br />
<br />
Expect increased red cell size but this may not be marked; the typical shape is an ovoid shape (hence the name) and there may be characteristic finbriation of cytoplams (that may be limited to one pole of the cell).<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:5SizePOET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|5SizePOET.jpg}}<br />
File:6SizePOLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePOLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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Early (A) and late (B) trophozoites o ''P.ovale''. In each case there is a tendency for red cells to have an ovoid shape and there is distortion of the cytoplasm with sharp projectiosn (fimbriation). These orregular and spiky projections differ from the rounded crenation that may be seen in ''P.falciparum''.<br />
<br />
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''P.vivax''<br />
<br />
This species tend to have the largest red cell size that becomes evident at quite and early stage; the typical shape is quite irregular fimbriation is not (generally) seen.<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:7SizePVET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|7SizePVET.jpg}}<br />
File:8SizePVLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:8SizePVLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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Trophozoites of ''P.vivax'' cause increase in size and distortion of red cells as the parasites mature. Here, the the early trophozoite (A) is enlarged but still retains a relatively undistorted elongated shape (similar to ''P.ovale''); however the late form (B) is has a very irregular shape (note that unlike ''P.ovale'' the red cell is not fimbriated).</div>Adminhttps://haematologyetc.co.uk/index.php?title=Red_cell_size_and_shape&diff=5634Red cell size and shape2024-03-25T09:39:12Z<p>Admin: </p>
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: FFFAFA"|<span style="color:navy>'''How is red cell size and shape affected as malaria develops?'''</span><br />
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<br />
During parasite develop,emt each species alters the red cell that they occupy. These changes differ between species causing characteristic changes to.red. cell size and red cell shape. These changes occur from a relatively early stage of parasite development although the very earliest trophozoites may yet show these features <br />
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'''SMALL ROUND RED CELLS'''<br />
<br />
''P.malariae''<br />
<br />
The red cells in this species remain round and are often small in size <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:1SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:1SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:2SizePMLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:2SizePMLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The early (A) and late trophozoites (B) shown in this image each lie within round erythrocytes with reduced size.<br />
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'''RED CELLS WITH UNCHANGED SIZE AND SHAPE'''<br />
<br />
''P.falciparum'' (and ''P.knowlesi'')<br />
<br />
Red cell size and shape is generally unchanged although they may become crenated <br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:3SizePMET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|3SizePMET.jpg}}<br />
File:4SizePFLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePFLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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The early (A) trophozoites lie within red cells that do not change size or shape, at later development (B) they may remain unchanged or acquire subtle crenation. <br />
<br />
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'''ENLARGED AND DISTORTED RED CELLS'''<br />
<br />
For both ''P.ovale'' and ''P.vivax'' the red cells become progressively enlarged and distorted as the parasites develop. It may not be possible to distingish the species based on red cell appearances, but there are differences which should be looked for.<br />
<br />
<br />
''P.ovale''<br />
<br />
Expect increased red cell size but this may not be marked; the typical shape is an ovoid shape (hence the name) and there may be characteristic finbriation of cytoplams (that may be limited to one pole of the cell).<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:5SizePOET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|5SizePOET.jpg}}<br />
File:6SizePOLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:4SizePOLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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Early (A) and late (B) trophozoites o ''P.ovale''. In each case there is a tendency for red cells to have an ovoid shape and there is distortion of the cytoplasm with sharp projectiosn (fimbriation). These orregular and spiky projections differ from the rounded crenation that may be seen in ''P.falciparum''.<br />
<br />
<br />
''P.vivax''<br />
<br />
This species tend to have the largest red cell size that becomes evident at quite and early stage; the typical shape is quite irregular fimbriation is not (generally) seen.<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths="200px" heights="220px" ><br />
File:7SizePVET.jpg|A|link={{filepath:|7SizePVET.jpg}}<br />
File:8SizePVLT.jpg|B|link={{filepath:8SizePVLT.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
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Trophozoites of ''P.vivax'' cause increase in size and distortion of red cells as the parasites mature. Here, the the early trophozoite (A) is enlarged but still retains a relatively undistorted elongated shape (similar to ''P.ovale''); however the late form (B) is has a very irregular shape (note that unlike ''P.ovale'' the red cell is not fimbriated).<br />
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These are blue-grey dots or linear structures seen at the late trophozoites of ''P.falciparum''. These structures lie within the erythrocyte cytoplasm and are the result of modification of the red cell by the parasite. The structures differ from the dots seen in ethrocytes infected by ''P.vivax'' or ''P.ovale'' since they are few in number (you could imagine being able to count them). They are not seen in early trophozoites so define the late trophozoite stage. <br />
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<span style="font-size:80%">The most frequent form - two early trophozoites of ''P.falciparum'' in a single erythrocyte</span><br />
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<span style="color:navy>'''Species significance'''</span> <br />
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Maurer's dots and clefts are restricted to ''P.falciparum'' and can be distinguished from Schüffner's dots of ''P.vivax'' or the James' dots of ''P.ovale'' by their blue-grey colour, higher density and sometimes elongated (clefted) shape. <br />
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<span style="color:navy>'''Compare with:'''</span><br />
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File:Maurer2.jpg|A. Maurer|link={{filepath:Maurer2.jpg}}<br />
File:Schuffner1.jpg|B. Schüffner|link={{filepath:Schuffner1.jpg}}<br />
File:James1.jpg|C. James|link={{filepath:James1.jpg}}<br />
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<span style="font-size:80%">Maurer's dots and clefts in a late trophozoite of ''P.falciparum'' with two tropozoites and a mixture of dots and clefts (A). These are more dense and blue grey than the more numerous, softer, amd red/purple coloured Schüffner's dots seen in ''P.vivax'' (B) and James' dots in ''P.ovale'' (C)</span></div>Adminhttps://haematologyetc.co.uk/index.php?title=Plasmodium_falciparum:_Morphology&diff=5632Plasmodium falciparum: Morphology2024-03-25T09:35:14Z<p>Admin: </p>
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The early trophozoite'''<br />
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The earliest growth stage, and may be the only form seen in this species:<br />
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*[[Ring forms]] that are fine and delicate<br />
*Frequently the red cells contain [[multiple parasites]] <br />
*Parasites may have a distinctive [[Double chromatin dot forms|"double dot"]] or signet ring form<br />
*Parasites may appear on the [[Accolé form|accolé forms]] that appear flattened against the cell membrane<br />
*Affected red cells have normal size and haemoglobin content<br />
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| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum early trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' early trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The late trophozoite'''<br />
|}<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFLTc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLTc.jpg}}<br />
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The later growth stage:<br />
<br />
*Parasites resemble early ring forms, but are thicker and may be slightly larger<br />
*Additional blue/grey dots and clefts are seen in red cell cytoplasm when [[stained correctly]] <br />
*These dots have low number a characteristic "dot" or "line" form [[Maurer's dots and clefts]]<br />
*[[Red cell size and shape|Size and shape]] of infected red cells is usually unaffected, but may become crenated<br />
*[[Double chromatin dot forms|double dot]], [[Accolé form| accolé]], and [[multiple parasites|multiple parasite]] forms remain present<br />
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| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum late trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' late trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The schizont'''<br />
|}<br />
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File:PFSc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFSc.jpg}}<br />
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The asexual form:<br />
<br />
*'''Do not generally circulate in this species unless overwhelming infection'''<br />
*Contain multiple [[Schizonts|asexually formed]] developing parasites (most frequently 8-16) <br />
*[[Schizonts|Development is progressive]]: first there are multiple chromatin dots, later a distinct nucleus and cytoplasm appears<br />
*Loose [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] may be seen in clumps between the parasites<br />
*Red cell size is generally unaffected but [[haemoglobin will largely be absent]] (metabolised by the parasites)<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum schizont gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' schizont gallery]]''<br />
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'''The gametocyte'''<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The gametocyte'''<br />
|}<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFGc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFGc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFG-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFG-main_image.jpg}}<br />
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The sexual replication form (very distinctive).<br />
<br />
*Gametocytes are elongated but are restricted into typical shape by the red cell membrane <br />
*They parasites are rod shaped but the membrane may cause them to curve into a “[[Banana gametocyte|"banana" form]]”<br />
*The residual membrane ([[empty of haemoglobin]]) is often seen as a "blister" to the side of the parasite<br />
*The single chromatin area is in the centre of the parasite, often has [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] overlying it<br />
*Gametocytes may not be be seen, or may be the only form present (particularly after treatment)<br />
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| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum gametocyte gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' gametocyte gallery]]''<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The early trophozoite'''<br />
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The earliest growth stage, and may be the only form seen in this species:<br />
<br />
*[[Ring forms]] that are fine and delicate<br />
*Frequently the red cells contain [[multiple parasites]] <br />
*Parasites may have a distinctive [[Double chromatin dot forms|"double dot"]] or signet ring form<br />
*Parasites may appear on the [[Accolé form|accolé forms]] that appear flattened against the cell membrane<br />
*Affected red cells have normal size and haemoglobin content<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum early trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' early trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The late trophozoite'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFLTc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLTc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFLT-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLT-main_image.jpg}}<br />
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<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The later growth stage:<br />
<br />
*Parasites resemble early ring forms, but are thicker and may be slightly larger<br />
*Additional blue/grey dots and clefts are seen in red cell cytoplasm when [[stained correctly]] <br />
*These dots have low number a characteristic "dot" or "line" form [[Maurer's dots and clefts]]<br />
*[[Red cell size and shape|Size and shape of infected red cells]] is usually unaffected, but may become crenated<br />
*[[Double chromatin dot forms|double chromatin dot]], [[Accolé form| accolé forms]], and [[multiple parasites|multiple parasites/cell]] remain present<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum late trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' late trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The schizont'''<br />
|}<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFSc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFSc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFS-main image 2.jpg|link={{filepath:PFS-main_image 2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
The asexual form:<br />
<br />
*'''Do not generally circulate in this species unless overwhelming infection'''<br />
*Contain multiple [[Schizonts|asexually formed]] developing parasites (most frequently 8-16) <br />
*[[Schizonts|Development is progressive]]: first there are multiple chromatin dots, later a distinct nucleus and cytoplasm appears<br />
*Loose [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] may be seen in clumps between the parasites<br />
*Red cell size is generally unaffected but [[haemoglobin will largely be absent]] (metabolised by the parasites)<br />
<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum schizont gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' schizont gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
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'''The gametocyte'''<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The gametocyte'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
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<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFGc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFGc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFG-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFG-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The sexual replication form (very distinctive).<br />
<br />
*Gametocytes are elongated but are restricted into typical shape by the red cell membrane <br />
*They parasites are rod shaped but the membrane may cause them to curve into a “[[Banana gametocyte|"banana" form]]”<br />
*The residual membrane ([[empty of haemoglobin]]) is often seen as a "blister" to the side of the parasite<br />
*The single chromatin area is in the centre of the parasite, often has [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] overlying it<br />
*Gametocytes may not be be seen, or may be the only form present (particularly after treatment)<br />
<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum gametocyte gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' gametocyte gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The early trophozoite'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFETc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFETc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFET-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFET-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The earliest growth stage, and may be the only form seen in this species:<br />
<br />
*[[Ring forms]] that are fine and delicate<br />
*Frequently the red cells contain [[multiple parasites]] <br />
*Parasites may have a distinctive [[Double Chromatin dot|"double dot"]] or signet ring form<br />
*Parasites may appear on the [[Accolé form|accolé forms]] that appear flattened against the cell membrane<br />
*Affected red cells have normal size and haemoglobin content<br />
<br />
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<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum early trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' early trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The late trophozoite'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFLTc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLTc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFLT-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLT-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The later growth stage:<br />
<br />
*Parasites resemble early ring forms, but are thicker and may be slightly larger<br />
*Additional blue/grey dots and clefts are seen in red cell cytoplasm when [[stained correctly]] <br />
*These dots have low number a characteristic "dot" or "line" form [[Maurer's dots and clefts]]<br />
*[[Red cell size and shape|Size and shape of infected red cells]] is usually unaffected, but may become crenated<br />
*[[Double chromatin dot forms|double chromatin dot]], [[Accolé form| accolé forms]], and [[multiple parasites|multiple parasites/cell]] remain present<br />
<br />
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<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum late trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' late trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
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|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The schizont'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFSc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFSc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFS-main image 2.jpg|link={{filepath:PFS-main_image 2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
The asexual form:<br />
<br />
*'''Do not generally circulate in this species unless overwhelming infection'''<br />
*Contain multiple [[Schizonts|asexually formed]] developing parasites (most frequently 8-16) <br />
*[[Schizonts|Development is progressive]]: first there are multiple chromatin dots, later a distinct nucleus and cytoplasm appears<br />
*Loose [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] may be seen in clumps between the parasites<br />
*Red cell size is generally unaffected but [[haemoglobin will largely be absent]] (metabolised by the parasites)<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum schizont gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' schizont gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
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<br />
'''The gametocyte'''<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The gametocyte'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFGc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFGc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFG-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFG-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The sexual replication form (very distinctive).<br />
<br />
*Gametocytes are elongated but are restricted into typical shape by the red cell membrane <br />
*They parasites are rod shaped but the membrane may cause them to curve into a “[[Banana gametocyte|"banana" form]]”<br />
*The residual membrane ([[empty of haemoglobin]]) is often seen as a "blister" to the side of the parasite<br />
*The single chromatin area is in the centre of the parasite, often has [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] overlying it<br />
*Gametocytes may not be be seen, or may be the only form present (particularly after treatment)<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum gametocyte gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' gametocyte gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
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<span style="font-size:90%">>>This page: <u>''P.falciparum'': morphology</u></span><br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The early trophozoite'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFETc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFETc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFET-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFET-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The earliest growth stage, and may be the only form seen in this species:<br />
<br />
*[[Ring forms]] that are fine and delicate<br />
*Frequently the red cells contain [[multiple parasites]] <br />
*Parasites may have a distinctive [[Double chromatin dot|"double dot"]] or signet ring form<br />
*Parasites may appear on the [[Accolé form|accolé forms]] that appear flattened against the cell membrane<br />
*Affected red cells have normal size and haemoglobin content<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum early trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' early trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The late trophozoite'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFLTc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLTc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFLT-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLT-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The later growth stage:<br />
<br />
*Parasites resemble early ring forms, but are thicker and may be slightly larger<br />
*Additional blue/grey dots and clefts are seen in red cell cytoplasm when [[stained correctly]] <br />
*These dots have low number a characteristic "dot" or "line" form [[Maurer's dots and clefts]]<br />
*[[Red cell size and shape|Size and shape of infected red cells]] is usually unaffected, but may become crenated<br />
*[[Double chromatin dot forms|double chromatin dot]], [[Accolé form| accolé forms]], and [[multiple parasites|multiple parasites/cell]] remain present<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum late trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' late trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The schizont'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFSc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFSc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFS-main image 2.jpg|link={{filepath:PFS-main_image 2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
The asexual form:<br />
<br />
*'''Do not generally circulate in this species unless overwhelming infection'''<br />
*Contain multiple [[Schizonts|asexually formed]] developing parasites (most frequently 8-16) <br />
*[[Schizonts|Development is progressive]]: first there are multiple chromatin dots, later a distinct nucleus and cytoplasm appears<br />
*Loose [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] may be seen in clumps between the parasites<br />
*Red cell size is generally unaffected but [[haemoglobin will largely be absent]] (metabolised by the parasites)<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum schizont gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' schizont gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
'''The gametocyte'''<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The gametocyte'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFGc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFGc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFG-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFG-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The sexual replication form (very distinctive).<br />
<br />
*Gametocytes are elongated but are restricted into typical shape by the red cell membrane <br />
*They parasites are rod shaped but the membrane may cause them to curve into a “[[Banana gametocyte|"banana" form]]”<br />
*The residual membrane ([[empty of haemoglobin]]) is often seen as a "blister" to the side of the parasite<br />
*The single chromatin area is in the centre of the parasite, often has [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] overlying it<br />
*Gametocytes may not be be seen, or may be the only form present (particularly after treatment)<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum gametocyte gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' gametocyte gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
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'''Navigation'''</br><br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The early trophozoite'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFETc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFETc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFET-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFET-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The earliest growth stage, and may be the only form seen in this species:<br />
<br />
*[[Ring forms]] that are fine and delicate<br />
*Frequently the red cells contain [[multiple parasites]] <br />
*Parasites may have a distinctive [[Double dot|double chromatin dot]] or signet ring form<br />
*Parasites may appear on the [[Accolé form|accolé forms]] that appear flattened against the cell membrane<br />
*Affected red cells have normal size and haemoglobin content<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum early trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' early trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
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<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The late trophozoite'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFLTc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLTc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFLT-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLT-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The later growth stage:<br />
<br />
*Parasites resemble early ring forms, but are thicker and may be slightly larger<br />
*Additional blue/grey dots and clefts are seen in red cell cytoplasm when [[stained correctly]] <br />
*These dots have low number a characteristic "dot" or "line" form [[Maurer's dots and clefts]]<br />
*[[Red cell size and shape|Size and shape of infected red cells]] is usually unaffected, but may become crenated<br />
*[[Double chromatin dot forms|double chromatin dot]], [[Accolé form| accolé forms]], and [[multiple parasites|multiple parasites/cell]] remain present<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum late trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' late trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The schizont'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFSc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFSc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFS-main image 2.jpg|link={{filepath:PFS-main_image 2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
The asexual form:<br />
<br />
*'''Do not generally circulate in this species unless overwhelming infection'''<br />
*Contain multiple [[Schizonts|asexually formed]] developing parasites (most frequently 8-16) <br />
*[[Schizonts|Development is progressive]]: first there are multiple chromatin dots, later a distinct nucleus and cytoplasm appears<br />
*Loose [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] may be seen in clumps between the parasites<br />
*Red cell size is generally unaffected but [[haemoglobin will largely be absent]] (metabolised by the parasites)<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum schizont gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' schizont gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
<br />
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<br />
'''The gametocyte'''<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The gametocyte'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFGc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFGc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFG-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFG-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The sexual replication form (very distinctive).<br />
<br />
*Gametocytes are elongated but are restricted into typical shape by the red cell membrane <br />
*They parasites are rod shaped but the membrane may cause them to curve into a “[[Banana gametocyte|"banana" form]]”<br />
*The residual membrane ([[empty of haemoglobin]]) is often seen as a "blister" to the side of the parasite<br />
*The single chromatin area is in the centre of the parasite, often has [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] overlying it<br />
*Gametocytes may not be be seen, or may be the only form present (particularly after treatment)<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum gametocyte gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' gametocyte gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
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'''Navigation'''</br><br />
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<span style="font-size:90%">>[[Species identification: summary page]]</span></br><br />
<span style="font-size:90%">>>This page: <u>''P.falciparum'': morphology</u></span><br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The early trophozoite'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFETc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFETc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFET-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFET-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The earliest growth stage, and may be the only form seen in this species:<br />
<br />
*[[Ring forms]] that are fine and delicate<br />
*Frequently the red cells contain [[multiple parasites]] <br />
*Parasites may have a distinctive [[Double chromatin dot forms|double chromatin dot]] (signet ring form)<br />
*Parasites may appear on the [[Accolé form|accolé forms]] that appear flattened against the cell membrane<br />
*Affected red cells have normal size and haemoglobin content<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum early trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' early trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
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<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The late trophozoite'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFLTc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLTc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFLT-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLT-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The later growth stage:<br />
<br />
*Parasites resemble early ring forms, but are thicker and may be slightly larger<br />
*Additional blue/grey dots and clefts are seen in red cell cytoplasm when [[stained correctly]] <br />
*These dots have low number a characteristic "dot" or "line" form [[Maurer's dots and clefts]]<br />
*[[Red cell size and shape|Size and shape of infected red cells]] is usually unaffected, but may become crenated<br />
*[[Double chromatin dot forms|double chromatin dot]], [[Accolé form| accolé forms]], and [[multiple parasites|multiple parasites/cell]] remain present<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum late trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' late trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The schizont'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFSc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFSc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFS-main image 2.jpg|link={{filepath:PFS-main_image 2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
The asexual form:<br />
<br />
*'''Do not generally circulate in this species unless overwhelming infection'''<br />
*Contain multiple [[Schizonts|asexually formed]] developing parasites (most frequently 8-16) <br />
*[[Schizonts|Development is progressive]]: first there are multiple chromatin dots, later a distinct nucleus and cytoplasm appears<br />
*Loose [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] may be seen in clumps between the parasites<br />
*Red cell size is generally unaffected but [[haemoglobin will largely be absent]] (metabolised by the parasites)<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum schizont gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' schizont gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
'''The gametocyte'''<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The gametocyte'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFGc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFGc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFG-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFG-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The sexual replication form (very distinctive).<br />
<br />
*Gametocytes are elongated but are restricted into typical shape by the red cell membrane <br />
*They parasites are rod shaped but the membrane may cause them to curve into a “[[Banana gametocyte|"banana" form]]”<br />
*The residual membrane ([[empty of haemoglobin]]) is often seen as a "blister" to the side of the parasite<br />
*The single chromatin area is in the centre of the parasite, often has [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] overlying it<br />
*Gametocytes may not be be seen, or may be the only form present (particularly after treatment)<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum gametocyte gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' gametocyte gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
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'''Navigation'''</br><br />
<span style="font-size:80%">(click blue highlighted text to return to page)</span></br></br><br />
<span style="font-size:90%">[[Malaria Index|Malaria main index]]</span></br><br />
<span style="font-size:90%">>[[Species identification: summary page]]</span></br><br />
<span style="font-size:90%">>>This page: <u>''P.falciparum'': morphology</u></span><br />
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<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The early trophozoite'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFETc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFETc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFET-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFET-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The earliest growth stage, and may be the only form seen in this species:<br />
<br />
*[[Ring forms]] that are fine and delicate<br />
*Frequently the red cells contain [[multiple parasites]] <br />
*Parasites may have a distinctive [[Double chromatin dot forms|double chromatin dot]] (signet ring form)<br />
*Parasites may appear on the [[Accolé form|edge of the red cell]] and have a flattened appearance (accolé forms)<br />
*Affected red cells have normal size and haemoglobin content<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum early trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' early trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
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<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The late trophozoite'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFLTc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLTc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFLT-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFLT-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The later growth stage:<br />
<br />
*Parasites resemble early ring forms, but are thicker and may be slightly larger<br />
*Additional blue/grey dots and clefts are seen in red cell cytoplasm when [[stained correctly]] <br />
*These dots have low number a characteristic "dot" or "line" form [[Maurer's dots and clefts]]<br />
*[[Red cell size and shape|Size and shape of infected red cells]] is usually unaffected, but may become crenated<br />
*[[Double chromatin dot forms|double chromatin dot]], [[Accolé form| accolé forms]], and [[multiple parasites|multiple parasites/cell]] remain present<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum late trophozoites gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' late trophozoite gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
<br />
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<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The schizont'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFSc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFSc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFS-main image 2.jpg|link={{filepath:PFS-main_image 2.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
The asexual form:<br />
<br />
*'''Do not generally circulate in this species unless overwhelming infection'''<br />
*Contain multiple [[Schizonts|asexually formed]] developing parasites (most frequently 8-16) <br />
*[[Schizonts|Development is progressive]]: first there are multiple chromatin dots, later a distinct nucleus and cytoplasm appears<br />
*Loose [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] may be seen in clumps between the parasites<br />
*Red cell size is generally unaffected but [[haemoglobin will largely be absent]] (metabolised by the parasites)<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum schizont gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' schizont gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
'''The gametocyte'''<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-style: solid; border-width: 5px; border-color: #023020; color:black"<br />
|colspan="1" style = "font-size:100%; color:black; background: CBD5CO |'''The gametocyte'''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
<gallery mode="nolines" widths=200px heights=200px><br />
File:PFGc.jpg|link={{filepath:PFGc.jpg}}<br />
File:PFG-main image.jpg|link={{filepath:PFG-main_image.jpg}}<br />
</gallery><br />
<br clear=all><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The sexual replication form (very distinctive).<br />
<br />
*Gametocytes are elongated but are restricted into typical shape by the red cell membrane <br />
*They parasites are rod shaped but the membrane may cause them to curve into a “[[Banana gametocyte|"banana" form]]”<br />
*The residual membrane ([[empty of haemoglobin]]) is often seen as a "blister" to the side of the parasite<br />
*The single chromatin area is in the centre of the parasite, often has [[Malaria pigment|pigment]] overlying it<br />
*Gametocytes may not be be seen, or may be the only form present (particularly after treatment)<br />
<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 350px"><br />
{| class="wikitable" style="border-left:solid 4px navy;border-right:solid 4px navy;border-top:solid 4px navy;border-bottom:solid 4px navy; font-size:90%; color:navy; align:center"<br />
| colspan="1"''|[[P.falciparum gametocyte gallery|Click for ''P.falciparum'' gametocyte gallery]]''<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
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