Innate Immunity

Question 1

what is naturally acquired immunity to malaria

Answer 1

Naturally acquired immunity to malaria develops after repeated exposure to the parasite. It is a slow and incomplete process, offering protection against clinical disease but not necessarily preventing infection. This immunity is species-specific and somewhat stage-specific, meaning it is most effective against the specific malaria parasite species and life cycle stages previously encountered.
* Acquired immunity takes time and is associate with an increase in age