Structural highlights
Function
P230_PLAF7 Gametocyte surface protein required for male/female gamete fusion. Also required for male gamete exflagellation and interaction with erythrocytes.[1]
References
- ↑ Eksi S, Czesny B, van Gemert GJ, Sauerwein RW, Eling W, Williamson KC. Malaria transmission-blocking antigen, Pfs230, mediates human red blood cell binding to exflagellating male parasites and oocyst production. Mol Microbiol. 2006 Aug;61(4):991-8. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2958.2006.05284.x. PMID:16879650 doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2958.2006.05284.x