Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

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ISBN 10: 1-11874-316-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-11874-316-4

Chapter 24 - Diseases of the Nervous System - Self Quiz - Page 799: 11

Answer

(d) Rabies virus

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An immunofluorescent antibody test (IFAT) has replaced the older test for the presence of inclusions in neurons (Negri bodies) for the detection of infections caused by rabies virus. Rabies is treated by thoroughly cleaning the bite wounds and injecting hyperimmune rabies serum and giving the vaccine to the individual.
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