What Is the Pathogenic Process Underlying Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

question 28

Multiple Choice

What is the pathogenic process underlying Rocky Mountain spotted fever?

• A) cellular damage via potent exotoxins
• B) damage to blood vessels
• C) stimulation of a strong immune response
• D) interference with host cell metabolism
• E) formation of biofilms in host tissues

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