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Which of the following pathogens undergoes antigenic variation to avoid immune defenses?

Candida
Cryptococcus
Plasmodium
Giardia

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The correct option is : c. Plasmodium

Step-by-step explanation:

Antigenic variation is a mechanism in which pathogens alter the carbohydrates or proteins present on their surface, to gain immunity from the immune system of the host. This also allows the pathogen to re-infect the previously infected hosts.

Example: The protozoan parasite, Plasmodium falciparum undergoes antigenic variation.

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