This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Microbiology
Band forms are evident at what stage of the plasmodium malariae life cycle? 
Select and explain. 
A. Trophozoite, B. Schizont, C. Male gametocyte, D. Female gametocyte
A: Trophozoite
Answer: A: Trophozoite 
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Trophozoite