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The pathogen responsible for scrapie is a misfolded protein known as a prion. Prions are abnormal forms of normal cellular proteins that induce other proteins to misfold, leading to neurodegenerative diseases in affected animals, particularly sheep and goats. Scrapie is characterized by severe neurological symptoms and is transmissible within herds but does not appear to infect humans. The exact mechanism of prion transmission and pathogenesis remains a subject of ongoing research.
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How has scrapie affected the sheep population?
In the US, scrapie has caused certain bloodlines to be disfavored and discontinued due to the genetic susceptibility to scrapie. In addition, flocks are monitored for the presence of scrapie and if a scrapie problem is detected the flock may be depopulated (destroyed) or the lambs have to be carefully raised by hand to get the infectious protein out of the flock.
What has the author J Russell Greig written?
J. Russell Greig has written: 'Scrapie' -- subject(s): Scrapie, Veterinary neurology
What has the author R H Kimberlin written?
R. H. Kimberlin has written: 'Scrapie in the mouse' -- subject(s): Mice as laboratory animals, Scrapie
How do prions kill those infected?
They get BSE or Kuru or Scrapie.
How did the disease scrapie get its name?
because it looked like a scratch
Do only goats and sheep get scrapie disease?
Goats and sheep can get scrapie, a transmissable spongiform encephalopathy (TSE). Other animals can get TSE's but they are called different names eg Mad Cow Disease etc
How do you prevent scrapie?
Preventing scrapie, a transmissible spongiform encephalopathy affecting sheep and goats, involves implementing strict biosecurity measures. These include sourcing animals from scrapie-free flocks, maintaining good herd health management practices, and regularly monitoring and testing for the disease. Additionally, culling infected or at-risk animals and avoiding the use of potentially contaminated feed can help reduce the risk of transmission. Proper disposal of carcasses and contaminated materials is also crucial in preventing the spread of scrapie.
What makes a pathogen a true pathogen?
The dimention
What is pathogen diseases?
pathogen means microorganism, so pathogen diseases means diseases caused by microorganisms
What is an avirulent pathogen?
An avirulent pathogen is a pathogen that is unable to cause disease in its host. This may be due to mutations that have reduced its ability to infect or harm the host, making it less pathogenic compared to a virulent pathogen.
What incomplete viruses have been linked to diseases like scrapie and mad cow?
Prions.
How many people does this pathogen affect?
You have to specify the pathogen.
