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Question 1

What is the family of the Monkeypox virus?

Answer 1

Poxviridae

Question 2

What type of structure does the Monkeypox virus have?

Answer 2

Complex Structure, Enveloped, Linear DS DNA

Question 3

What is the host range for Monkeypox?

Answer 3

Primate

Question 4

How is Monkeypox transmitted?

Answer 4

Mechanical transmission by biting arthropods, aerosolized respiratory secretions, introduction into abrasions from fomites

Question 5

What is the incubation period for Monkeypox?

Answer 5

12 days

Question 6

What are some virulence factors of the Monkeypox virus?

Answer 6

Virokines, complement binding proteins, interferon resistance, TNF soluble receptor

Question 7

What are common clinical signs of Monkeypox in humans?

Answer 7

Rash and fever

Question 8

What diagnostic methods can be used for Monkeypox?

Answer 8

PCR, VI, IHC, EM

Question 9

What is the lifecycle characteristic of Poxviruses?

Answer 9

Cytoplasmic lifecycle

Question 10

What are the stages of progression of pox lesions?

Answer 10

Macule, Papule, Vesicle, Pustule, Ulceration, Scab formation, Healing/scar

Question 11

What is the natural host for Cowpox?

Answer 11

Rodents

Question 12

How is Cowpox transmitted?

Answer 12

Aerosolized respiratory secretions, direct contact, fomites

Question 13

What are the clinical signs of Cowpox in cats?

Answer 13

Pox lesions on teats, paws, head, mouth

Question 14

What preventative measures can be taken against Cowpox?

Answer 14

Disinfection of milking equipment, sanitation, rodent control

Question 15

What is the host range for Sheeppox/Goatpox?

Answer 15

Sheep, Goats, Cattle

Question 16

How is Sheeppox transmitted?

Answer 16

Mechanical via wounds, biting arthropods, aerosolized respiratory secretions

Question 17

What is a significant clinical sign of Sheeppox?

Answer 17

Pox lesions on skin

Question 18

What is the mortality rate in young animals infected with Sheeppox?

Answer 18

50-100%

Question 19

What economic impacts can Sheeppox cause?

Answer 19

Damage to hides/leather, decreased milk production

Question 20

What is the host range for Myxoma virus?

Answer 20

Lagomorphs

Question 21

How is Myxoma virus transmitted?

Answer 21

Mechanical via biting arthropods, fomites, aerosolized respiratory droplets

Question 22

What are the clinical signs of Myxoma virus infection?

Answer 22

Raised edematous lesions on skin, conjunctivitis, fever

Question 23

What is the mortality rate for Myxoma virus in Oryctolagus cuniculus?

Answer 23

50-100%

Question 24

What is the host range for Swine pox?

Answer 24

Suidae

Question 25

How is Swine pox transmitted?

Answer 25

Mechanical by biting lice

Question 26

What are common clinical signs of Swine pox?

Answer 26

Pox skin lesions, fever, vesicles, pustules, scabs

Question 27

What control measures can be implemented for Swine pox?

Answer 27

Control of lice, sanitation

Question 28

What types of viruses are included in the Avipox category?

Answer 28

Fowlpox, Canarypox

Question 29

What is the transmission method for Avipox viruses?

Answer 29

Mechanical by arthropods, abrasions, wounds, aerosolized droplets

Question 30

What are the two forms of clinical signs for Avipox?

Answer 30

Cutaneous (dry) form and Diptheritic (wet) form

Question 31

What preventative measures can be taken against Avipox?

Answer 31

Vaccination, insect control, sanitation

Question 32

What is the host range for Orf virus?

Answer 32

Ovidae

Question 33

How is Orf virus transmitted?

Answer 33

Mechanical transfer by direct contact, fomites, thorns

Question 34

What are the clinical signs of Orf virus infection?

Answer 34

Raised proliferative lesions with an umbilicated center and scab formation

Question 35

What is the mortality rate associated with Orf virus?

Answer 35

High morbidity, low mortality

Question 36

What is a preventative measure for Orf virus?

Answer 36

Vaccines, live non-attenuated

Question 37

What is the family of the African Swine Fever Virus?

Answer 37

Asfarviridae

Question 38

What type of virus is African Swine Fever Virus?

Answer 38

Large, Enveloped, Icosahedral virus, Linear dsDNA genome

Question 39

How is African Swine Fever Virus transmitted?

Answer 39

Wild boar, warthogs, bushpigs, soft ticks of the genus Ornithodoros

Question 40

What are the clinical signs of African Swine Fever?

Answer 40

Sudden death, fever, skin hyperemia or cyanosis, acute hemorrhagic lesions

Question 41

What is the mortality rate for domestic swine infected with African Swine Fever?

Answer 41

Generally 100%

Question 42

What diagnostic methods can be used for African Swine Fever?

Answer 42

PCR, Serology

Question 43

Is there a treatment or vaccine available for African Swine Fever?

Answer 43

No treatment or vaccine

Question 44

What is crucial for the eradication of African Swine Fever?

Answer 44

Rapid diagnosis, slaughter, and disposal of animals