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
Schizoint are not seen in peripheral blood of which malarial parasites ? 
Select and explain. 
A. P vivax, B. P falciparum, C. P ovale, D. P malariae
B: P falciparum
Answer: B: P falciparum 
Explanation: Ans. is 'b' i.e., P falciparum In peripheral smear offalciparum malaria following forms are seen Early ring form Gametocytes Mature trophozoites and schizoint are not found in peripheral blood because schizogony occurs inside the capillary of internal organs (spleen, liver and bone marrow).