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Which of the following diseases are not transmitted by ticks?

Microbiology Interview Question
Microbiology Interview Question

Answer:

* A. Ulceroglandular tularemia
* B. Bubonic plague
* C. Relapsing fever
* D. Lyme disease

Correct Answer: B

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