The disease caused by the poliovirus primarily affects the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The disease caused by the poliovirus primarily affects the:
A. Nervous system
B. Lungs
C. Liver
D. Kidney
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Poliovirus attacks motor neurons in the spinal cord and brainstem, causing paralysis. It spreads via the fecal-oral route. Vaccination (IPV/OPV) has almost eradicated it globally. The virus replicates in the intestine and then invades the nervous system. Polio survivors may suffer post-polio syndrome later.

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