Most Microbes Cannot Gain Access to the Fetus

question 90

Multiple Choice

Most microbes cannot gain access to the fetus. However, _, which causes syphilis in adults, can cross the placenta and attack the fetus, causing stillbirths and mental retardation.

• A) rubella
• B) HIV
• C) Treponema pallidum
• D) Listeria
• E) Staphylococcus

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