Microbiology Why are schizont and late trophozoite stages of Plasmodium falciparum not seen in peripheral blood smear? A They are sequestered in the spleen B Due to adherence to the capillary endothelium, they are not seen in peripheral blood C Due to antigen-antibody reaction and removal D They are seen in mosquito blood 💡 Explanation Why are schizont and late trophozoite stages of Plasmodium falciparum not seen in peripheral blood smear? ✓ Correct Answer: B. Due to adherence to the capillary endothelium, they are not seen in peripheral blood