Artificial Infection of Mosquitoes through the SMFA
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Preparation and Dissection of Infected Mosquitoes
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Results: Identification and Assessment of Potential Antimalarial Compounds
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Conclusion
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The protocol allows us to detect the effect of treatment on the malaria susceptibility of African malaria vectors. For example, compounds aimed at blocking transmission from the human to the mosquito. This technique allows researchers to evaluate
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The standard membrane feeding assay (SMFA) is regarded as the gold standard for the assessment and identification of potential antimalarial compounds. This artificial feeding system is used to infect mosquitoes to further evaluate the effects of such compounds on the intensity and prevalence of the Plasmodium falciparum parasite.