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Which toxin produced by Cl. tetani causes lysis of RBCs?
Which toxin produced by Cl. tetani causes lysis of RBCs?
- Excitability toxin
- Tetanolysin (correct)
- Tetanospasmin
- Neurotoxin
What effect does Tetanospasmin have on spinal cord neurons and muscles?
What effect does Tetanospasmin have on spinal cord neurons and muscles?
- No effect on spinal cord neurons and muscles
- Reduces excitability and muscle relaxation
- Causes paralysis
- Causes increasing excitability and muscle spasm (correct)
How is Tetanospasmin toxic to humans and animals?
How is Tetanospasmin toxic to humans and animals?
- When injected parenterally (correct)
- When ingested orally
- When inhaled
- When applied topically
