Because of the possibility of drug resistance or the persist…

Because of the possibility of drug resistance or the persistence of exoerythrocytic parasites, identification of the causative species can be important in the choice of treatment for malaria. Which species of Plasmodium may have exoerythrocytic stages capable of causing relapse up to 3 or more years after initial infection? Select all that apply. 

A 48-year-old patient was admitted to the hospital after com…

A 48-year-old patient was admitted to the hospital after complaining of fever and shortness of breath. Radiographs revealed an enlarged heart and complete blood count smear results revealed rare C-shaped trypomastigote forms. The patient was an active military duty officer years ago in the Panama Canal zone (Central/South America). The most likely parasite is: