Fig. 4From: In vitro adaptation of Plasmodium falciparum reveal variations in cultivabilityTime to adaptation was shorter in parasites derived from older patients than in parasites from younger donors. a Patient samples adapted straight from fresh blood draws showed faster time to adaptation in patients above the age of 32 than below the age of 32. b Patient samples adapted after cryopreservation had a less significant relationship between speed of adaptation and the age of the donorBack to article page