STANDARDZoology-Human Health and Disease

STANDARD Zoology Malaria MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The rupture of RBCs is associated with release of a toxic substance, ______, which is responsible for the chill and high fever recurring every 3-4 days

A

indole catabilites

B

haemozoin

C

exotoxin

D

endotoxin

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Haemozoin is a toxic substance released during the rupture of RBCs in malaria, causing chills and fever.

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