EBK MICROBIOLOGY:W/DISEASES BY BODY...-
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ISBN: 9780134608242
Author: BAUMAN
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 22, Problem 8SA
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On what basis, antigens are selected for the flu vaccine in the United States each year.
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Influenza virus is the common cause of flu, which has two strains, namely A and B. This infection has symptoms like headache, fever, pharyngitis, dry cough, congestion, and muscle pain.
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EBK MICROBIOLOGY:W/DISEASES BY BODY...-
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