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No it's not genetic, it's passed by mosquito's and flies that bite the horse and transfer the virus into the horses blood stream.

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Is the West Nile Virus an infectious or genetic disease?

infectious disease


Is West Nile Virus genetic?

No it's not genetic, it's passed by mosquito's and flies that bite the horse and transfer the virus into the horses blood stream.


Does the West Nile Disease have DNA or RNA?

West Nile virus contains strands of RNA.


Who discovered the West Nile Virus?

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Is west nile a DNA or RNA virus?

West Nile virus is a virus with a single stranded RNA genome (ssRNA)


Is west nile a viral or bacterial illness?

West Nile is caused by West Nile Virus.


What is the Scientific name of west nile virus?

The Scientific name of the West Nile Virus is Flavivirus. Also, it's Classification is: Group: Group IV Family: Flaviridae Genus: Flavivirus Species: West Nile Virus The West Nile Virus is carried by mosquitos and mammals and birds can get sick from it.


What is an interesting virus?

West-Nile virus


Are there any other names for west Nile?

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West Nile virus-rna or DNA?

Ebola is a retrovirus so the genetic material is single-stranded RNA (ssRNA)


Can you get the west nile virus from a tick?

No, West Nile Virus is not transmitted by ticks, but there are other diseases that can be contracted through a tick bite.


Do you need to capitalize west nile virus?

No, "West Nile virus" should be written in lowercase as it is a general term, not a proper noun. However, if you are referring to the specific strain or species, such as "West Nile virus strain NY99," then capitalization would be appropriate.