Prion

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Also known as:  Prion Protein

 

Description

A Prion is a proteinaceous (resembling a Protein) infective particle that contains no genetic material (i.e. it is not a Microorganism), is very small and is easily transmitted via the Blood or other bodily fluids.

 

Toxic Effects of Prions

 Prions have been proven to be responsible for many previously unexplained Brain diseases (including Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy [Mad Cow Disease]).

 

Ailments Caused by Prions

 Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy

 

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