This glossary is provided as a help to understanding some of the special terms that are used with malaria and malaria vectors. The glossary is for the use of students and others who are interested. The definitions will be expanded as time allows. If you can't find a term here, try Google . ABER - Annual Blood Examination Rate.
Malaria causes anemia through rupture of red blood cells during merozoite release.
The anaemia caused may be extreme. Pallor may be visible in the patient. Animal trap - A cage, generally made of cloth, that is baited with an animal such as a cow, goat, etc. Collections of mosquitoes are made on the walls of this trap to assess and compare populations biting domestic animals with populations in dwellings. Anthropophagy - the process of feeding on people.