This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: C.V.S., Subject name: Pediatrics
[{'content': 'Thalassemia gives protection against: \nSelect and explain. \nA. Filaria, B. Kala-azar, C. Malaria, D. Leptospirosis', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': "Answer: C \nExplanation: c. Malaria(Ref: Nelson's 20/e p 2349', Ghai 8/e p 341)Thalassemia gives a reduced parasite invasion/growth and an increased susceptibility to phagocytosis of the infected RBC as a malaria-protective effect.", 'role': 'assistant'}]