Shiga Toxin-Producing E

question 1

Multiple Choice

Shiga toxin-producing E.coli characteristics include all of the following except that it

• A)has a reservoir inside of cattle intestines.
• B)causes a bloody diarrhea.
• C) in some cases,leads to the development of hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS)with possible kidney failure
• D)is transmitted by ingestion of contaminated,undercooked food,especially hamburger.
• E)only causes occupational illness in people who work with animals.

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