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Which of the following pathogens is not transmitted by a vector?

A
Plasmodium
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Alpha virus
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Wuchereria bancrofti
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Salmonella typhi
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Solution

The correct option is D Salmonella typhi
Salmonella typhi causes typhoid fever.

This pathogen generally enters the small intestine through contaminated food and water and migrate to other organs through blood.

Symptoms include sustained high fever, weakness, stomach pain, constipation, headache, and loss of appetite. Intestinal perforation may occur in severe cases.

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