Question:

Given below are two statements:
Statement (I) : Parrot fever is caused by Chlamydia psittaci.
Statement (II) : Parrot fever is also known as Psittacosis.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

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Psittacosis is the medical term for chlamydiosis in psittacine birds (parrots) and humans, whereas "Ornithosis" is used when the disease occurs in non-psittacine wild birds or domestic poultry. Both are caused by Chlamydia psittaci.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
  • Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false but Statement (II) is true.
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Avian chlamydiosis is a zoonotic bacterial disease affecting a wide range of bird species and humans.
Detailed Explanation:
Let us evaluate both statements:
- Statement (I) analysis: Parrot fever is caused by the obligate intracellular bacterium Chlamydia psittaci (formerly known as Chlamydophila psittaci). Thus, Statement (I) is true.
- Statement (II) analysis: Because the disease was historically identified and associated with psittacine birds (such as parrots, parakeets, and macaws), it is synonymously referred to as Psittacosis (or parrot fever). Thus, Statement (II) is true.

Step 2: Final Answer:

Since both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true, the correct choice is Option (A).
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