This rhabdovirus is present in saliva and is transmitted by animal bite; it invades the peripheral and central nervous systems.

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Rhabdoviruses infect plants and animals. Rabies virus is the one member that causes disease in humans. The virus is present in saliva and is readily transmitted by animal bite. Local replication at the site of the bite wound is followed by invasion of the peripheral and central nervous systems. Once in the brain, rabies virus spreads to various tissues and organs, including salivary gland, kidney, heart, hair follicles, and cornea.

This Rhabdovirus Is Present in Saliva and Is Transmitted by Animal