Localization of PfGECO (HSP40) to the host RBC during gametocytogenesis. IFA was performed on wild type 3D7 gametocyte stages I-V using anti-PfGECO serum (red) with the nucleus stained with DAPI (4,6-diamidino-2-phenylindole; blue). Also shown are the bright field (BF) and merged images.

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