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September 12, 2025MicroorganismsOpen Access

Molecular Profiles of Antimalarial Drug Resistance in Plasmodium Species from Asymptomatic Malaria Carriers in Gia Lai Province, Vietnam

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HLHương Giang LêTVTuấn Cường VõJKJung-Mi Kang

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Overview

Analysis reveals high rates of asymptomatic malaria with significant drug resistance in Plasmodium species, highlighting surveillance needs.

Key Points

  • Asymptomatic malaria infection was confirmed in 2.67% of the population, highlighting its role in malaria transmission.
  • High frequencies of drug-resistant genes were observed, particularly in pfk13 and pfcrt, raising concerns for public health.
  • A total of 2171 individuals were examined across three districts in Gia Lai province for submicroscopic infections.
  • Females were more likely to harbor asymptomatic infections, necessitating targeted interventions in this demographic.

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Lê et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d44c4631b076d99fa559efhttps://doi.org/10.3390/microorganisms13092101
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