PF3D7_1410400 rhoptry-associated protein 1

Immunoelectron micrographs confirming localisation of two rhoptry-associated antigens. Bar=0.2 mm. Parasitised erythrocytes were fixed with I% glutaraldehyde prior to embedding in LR White resin. Gold labelling (15 rim) is clearly visible on rhoptry organelles, showing location of QF3. (Mab 7H8/50).

Ingram LT, Stenzel DJ, Kara UA, Bushell GR. Localisation of internal antigens of Plasmodium falciparum using monoclonal antibodies and colloidal gold. Parasitol Res. 1988;74:208-15.

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