Falciparum
noun
A species of the protozoan parasite Plasmodium that causes severe malaria in humans.
Falciparum malaria is responsible for the majority of malaria-related deaths worldwide.
Often appears as...
- falciparum malaria
- Plasmodium falciparum
Usage tips
Formal
malaria, parasite, infection
noun
A species of the protozoan parasite Plasmodium that causes severe malaria in humans.
Falciparum malaria is responsible for the majority of malaria-related deaths worldwide.
Often appears as...
- falciparum malaria
- Plasmodium falciparum
Usage tips
Formal
malaria, parasite, infection
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Epidemiology
Learn about the transmission vectors of falciparum malaria.
Mosquito-borne diseases are critical for understanding falciparum transmission.
Pro Tip 2/3Global Health
Recognize the global health implications of falciparum malaria.
Falciparum is a major concern in many tropical regions.
Pro Tip 3/3Medical Terminology
Use the technical term accurately in discussions.
In discussions of malaria, specify 'falciparum' for clarity.
Pro Tip 1/3Epidemiology
Learn about the transmission vectors of falciparum malaria.
Mosquito-borne diseases are critical for understanding falciparum transmission.
Pro Tip 2/3Global Health
Recognize the global health implications of falciparum malaria.
Falciparum is a major concern in many tropical regions.
Pro Tip 3/3Medical Terminology
Use the technical term accurately in discussions.
In discussions of malaria, specify 'falciparum' for clarity.
Pro Tip 1/3Epidemiology
Learn about the transmission vectors of falciparum malaria.
Mosquito-borne diseases are critical for understanding falciparum transmission.
Pro Tip 2/3Global Health
Recognize the global health implications of falciparum malaria.
Falciparum is a major concern in many tropical regions.
Pro Tip 3/3Medical Terminology
Use the technical term accurately in discussions.
In discussions of malaria, specify 'falciparum' for clarity.
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