Veterinary Technician

Category - Animal Care

In exotic species, "capture myopathy" is a serious threat. What is the basic cause of this phenomenon?
  1. An artificial habitat
  2. The death of muscle tissue
  3. Malabsorption
  4. A misfiring of nerve synapse
Explanation
Answer: B - The death of muscle tissue is the basic cause of capture myopathy. Also called exertional myopathy, the death of the muscle tissue is brought on by physiological changes triggered by extreme exertion, stress, or struggle.
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