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
In vivax and Ovale malaria, Relapses are due to 
Select and explain. 
A. Bradyzoites, B. Merozoites, C. Hypnozoites, D. Sporozoites.
C: Hypnozoites
Answer: C: Hypnozoites 
Explanation: Relapse is due to hypnozoites ( resting state) which may reactivate after 2-3 years of malaria.