Test Your Knowledge on Zika Virus

Creator: Amrita Surendranath
Keywords: Zika virus, zika fever, mosquito-borne virus, zika transmission, zika prevention

Written by - Amrita Surendranath, B.Sc, M.Sc.

Health Quiz reviewed by - The Medindia Medical Review Team

Last Updated on Feb 19, 2018

This Quiz has 10 questions.

Zika Virus Quiz Responses

Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus that causes fever, headache, skin rashes, joint and muscle pain in infected individuals. The symptoms usually last for only 2 to 7 days. Fetal symptoms vary and have led to International concern.

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Test Your Knowledge on Zika Virus

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What is the recommended test for a pregnant woman who has traveled to a Zika prone area?

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