Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

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

Chapter 21 - Diseases of the Respiratory System - Self Quiz - Page 688: 19

Answer

Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome is caused by a corona virus and has reservoirs of infection in people, camels, and bats.

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Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome is caused by a corona virus and has reservoirs of infection in people, camels, and bats. This syndrome is a close cousin of SARS and has fatality rate of about 60%. The disease can be passed between humans. It has similar symptoms with SARS.
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