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Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for rabies in horses?
What is the typical incubation period of rabies in horses?
What is the primary mode of transmission of rabies in horses?
What is the name of the genus of virus that causes rabies?
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What is the typical outcome of rabies infection in unvaccinated horses?
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What is the recommended method for shipping brain samples for rabies testing?
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What is the purpose of laboratory tests and postmortem evaluation of brain and salivary gland tissues in diagnosing rabies?
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What is the primary goal of post-mortem examination in rabies diagnosis?
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What is the recommended vaccination protocol for healthy adult horses?
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Which of the following is a key prevention measure against rabies in horses?
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What is the purpose of DFA, RT-PCR, and immunohistochemistry in rabies diagnosis?
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What is the prognosis for horses that contract rabies?
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What is the recommended quarantine period for a healthy vaccinated horse that has been suspected of exposure to rabies?
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What is the recommended course of action for an unvaccinated horse that has been suspected of exposure to rabies?
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At what age should foals from unvaccinated mares receive their first rabies vaccination?
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What is the recommended frequency of booster shots for rabies vaccination in horses?
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What should be done with a horse that is suspected of having rabies and is showing symptoms?
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What is the purpose of using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when handling a horse suspected of having rabies?
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