10 Questions
Which of the following is a common manifestation of brucellosis?
Nonspecific febrile illness
What is a distinguishing characteristic of brucellae?
Intracellular pathogens
Which term is also used to refer to brucellosis?
Malta fever
What is the primary mode of transmission for brucellosis?
Consumption of contaminated dairy products
Why is brucellosis considered a significant zoonosis?
Associated with animal husbandry and agriculture
Which of the following is a common alternative name for brucellosis?
Undulant fever
What is the primary mode of transmission for brucellosis?
Direct contact with infected animals or their products
Which of the following is a distinguishing characteristic of brucellae?
They lack flagella
What is a common manifestation of brucellosis?
Recurrent and chronic febrile illness
Why is brucellosis considered a significant zoonosis?
It is associated with the evolution of agricultural society
Study Notes
Brucellosis Characteristics
- A common manifestation of brucellosis is undulant fever.
- A distinguishing characteristic of brucellae is that they are gram-negative, aerobic, non-spore-forming, non-motile, and non-encapsulated bacteria.
Transmission and Significance
- The primary mode of transmission for brucellosis is through direct contact with infected animals, contaminated milk, or accidental inoculation with the bacterium.
- Brucellosis is considered a significant zoonosis because it can be transmitted from animals to humans.
Alternative Names
- Brucellosis is also referred to as undulant fever or Malta fever.
Test your knowledge of brucellosis with this quiz covering the Brucella genus, risk factors, mode of transmission, diagnosis, and manifestations of the infection in different organs. Learn about this chronic and recurrent infection and the harmful practices that contribute to its prevalence.
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