Hanta
Hanta, also known as Hantavirus, refers to a group of viruses that can cause hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) and hantavirus hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS). These diseases are zoonotic, meaning they are transmitted from animals to humans, primarily through rodents. The viruses are found worldwide, with different strains prevalent in various geographical regions.
HPS is predominantly found in the Americas and is characterized by a sudden onset of flu-like symptoms,
Transmission to humans usually occurs through inhalation of dust contaminated with rodent urine, feces, or saliva.
Diagnosis is typically made through serological tests that detect antibodies to hantavirus in the blood or