Stage III and later gametocytes visualized with anti-Pfg377 and anti-α-tubulin II antibodies.

Abstract

<p>Fluorescent staining of α-tubuIin (red) generated a characteristic striated pattern, particularly in earlier gametocytes. Expression of Pfg377 (green) was not seen prior to stage III. A) stage III; B) late stage III; C) stage IV; D) late stage IV; E) stage V; F) activated female gametocyte. Nuclear material was stained with DAPI, appearing blue in colour. Parasites were magnified ×1000.</p