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
Pigment seen in malarial parasite is formed from which of the following? 
Select and explain. 
A. Bilirubin, B. Biliverdin, C. Hemoglobin, D. Melanin
C: Hemoglobin
Answer: C: Hemoglobin 
Explanation: Hematin globin is formed as a result of incomplete metabolism of hemoglobin by malarial parasite. Malaria parasites are from the genus Plasmodium, malaria is caused by P. falciparum, P. malariae, P. ovale, P. vivax. Among those infected, P. falciparum is the most common species identified (~75%) followed by P. vivax (~20%). P. falciparum accounts for the majority of deaths.