Biology: Concepts and Investigations
Biology: Concepts and Investigations
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ISBN: 9781260259049
Author: Hoefnagels
Publisher: MCG
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The best way to avoid prion disease.

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A prion is a type of protein that causes abnormal folding of the normal proteins that are present in the brain. This disease can affect both animals and humans. It is very rare disease and each year about 300 cases are reported in U.S.

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