Treponema and Borrelia

question 44

Multiple Choice

Treponema and Borrelia

• A)are luminescent.
• B)are endosymbionts.
• C)are spirochaetes.
• D)are both easily grown on artificial media.

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Definitions:

Antistreptolysin O

An antibody produced by the body in response to infection by streptococcal bacteria, used as a marker for previous strep infections.

Respiration

The process of inhaling oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide, essential for life in most organisms.

Antihistamine

A type of medication that blocks histamine receptors to relieve allergies symptoms.

Decongestant

A medication that relieves nasal congestion by reducing swelling of the nasal passages.