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Which bacteria is the causative agent of typhoid fever?
Which bacteria is the causative agent of typhoid fever?
- Salmonella paratyphi B
- Salmonella paratyphi C
- Salmonella paratyphi A
- Salmonella typhi (correct)
What is the source of contamination for typhoid fever?
What is the source of contamination for typhoid fever?
- Contaminated food and water (correct)
- Airborne droplets
- Insect bites
- Direct contact with an infected person
What is the incubation period for typhoid fever?
What is the incubation period for typhoid fever?
- 15-20 days
- 1-3 days
- 10-14 days (correct)
- 2-7 days
In which regions is typhoid fever endemic?
In which regions is typhoid fever endemic?
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What is the virulence factor that prevents killing of Salmonella typhi?
What is the virulence factor that prevents killing of Salmonella typhi?
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