The Zika virus is present in the blood during the time of active infection, typically for about

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The Zika virus is present in the blood during the time of active infection, typically for about 1 week. Assume you have some of the symptoms of Zika infection and see your physician a week or so after the symptoms began. Blood is withdrawn and genetically tested for the presence of Zika.

Your blood test comes back negative. Does this mean you were not infected with Zika? Why or why not?

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Biology Science For Life With Physiology

ISBN: 9780134555430

6th Edition

Authors: Colleen Belk, Virginia Maier

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