This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: parasitology, Subject name: Microbiology
Malarial pigment is formed by - 
Select and explain. 
A. Parasite, B. Bilirubin, C. Hemoglobin, D. Any of the above
C: Hemoglobin
Answer: C: Hemoglobin 
Explanation: The metabolism of malarial parasite is dependent on the digestion of erythrocyte haemoglobin which is conveed into malarial pigment.This pigment may be yellowish brown or dark brown in colour(refer pgno:56 baveja 3 rd edition)