Plasmodia

Plasmodium is a single-celled parasite that lives in the blood cells of humans or other warm-blooded animals. It belongs to the family of parasitic protozoa and is one of the most dangerous types of parasites.

The history of the study of plasmodium goes back more than 300 years. This parasite was first discovered in India in the 17th century. Scientists working at that time found an unusual particle that caused severe illness and often resulted in death. This became the impetus for the study of plasmodia and the discovery of their pathogenic significance.

Currently, more than 400 species of Plasmodium have been found. Each plasmodium causes its own disease, which has specific symptoms and courses. One of the most common plasmodiases is malaria, that is, the same “fever” that is manifested by high body temperature, severe