Define Q fever

What will be an ideal response?


A disease condition caused by Coxiella burnetii, which causes abortions in sheep and goats, and a sudden onset of flu-like symptoms in humans.

Anatomy & Physiology

You might also like to view...

Respiration is accomplished entirely by the respiratory system

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Anatomy & Physiology

Proof that the ancient Egyptians were stricken with ________ was discovered by examining their skeletons.

A. tuberculosis B. anthrax C. cancer D. Parkinson's disease

Anatomy & Physiology

Maltase and sucrase are made in the:

a. small intestine b. pancreas c. stomach d. liver

Anatomy & Physiology

The phase of the ovarian cycle when progesterone levels are highest is

A. the luteal phase. B. the follicular phase. C. the proliferative phase. D. ovulation.

Anatomy & Physiology