Multiple choice

The mating of the Apicomplexan gametocyte takes place in

  1. salivary gland of the mosquito

  2. blood cells of the humans

  3. gut of the mosquito

  4. liver of the humans

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Mating of the gametocytes takes place in the gut of mosquito. After mating, the resultant embryo embed themselves in the mosquito’s gut, where they mature after 9 to 14 days into oocysts.