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*Arthrogryposis – joint contracture | *Arthrogryposis – joint contracture | ||
*Ankylosis – Inability to straighten joints | *Ankylosis – Inability to straighten joints | ||
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*Cleft palate | *Cleft palate | ||
*Lordosis and Kyphosis – curvature of spine | *Lordosis and Kyphosis – curvature of spine | ||
Revision as of 19:19, 20 June 2011
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| Why is Akabane virus known as A-H Virus/Disease? | A-H stands for Arthrogryposis-Hydrancephaly; the two cardinal signs of Akabane virus.
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| What three species are affected by AKA? |
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| What is the main vector for transmission of Akabane virus? | The culicoides midge
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| Name some common congenital signs of Akabane infection. |
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| How is Akabane usually diagnosed serologically? | By antigen ELISA.
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| What do abortions due to AKA look like? |
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