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Which type of streptococcal infection is most frequently associated with acute post-streptococcal GN?
Which type of streptococcal infection is most frequently associated with acute post-streptococcal GN?
- Streptococcal pneumonia
- Streptococcal urinary tract infection
- Streptococcal ear infection
- Streptococcal pharyngitis (correct)
What is the typical age range for acute post-streptococcal GN?
What is the typical age range for acute post-streptococcal GN?
- 15 to 25 years
- 45 to 55 years
- 30 to 40 years
- 2 to 14 years (correct)
How long is the latent period between streptococcal infection and the onset of clinical manifestations of acute post-streptococcal GN?
How long is the latent period between streptococcal infection and the onset of clinical manifestations of acute post-streptococcal GN?
- 3-4 weeks
- 1-2 weeks (correct)
- 5-6 weeks
- 7-8 weeks
Which streptococcal types are particularly nephritogenic for acute post-streptococcal GN?
Which streptococcal types are particularly nephritogenic for acute post-streptococcal GN?
How are glomerular lesions thought to result in acute post-streptococcal GN?
How are glomerular lesions thought to result in acute post-streptococcal GN?