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The disease is caused by Rubella virus, a [[togavirus]] that is enveloped and has a single-stranded RNA genome.<ref name="pmid7817880">{{cite journal | The disease is caused by Rubella virus, a [[togavirus]] that is enveloped and has a single-stranded RNA genome.<ref name="pmid7817880">{{cite journal | ||
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Causes
The disease is caused by Rubella virus, a togavirus that is enveloped and has a single-stranded RNA genome.[1] The virus is transmitted by the respiratory route and replicates in the nasopharynx and lymph nodes. The virus is found in the blood 5 to 7 days after infection and spreads throughout the body. It is capable of crossing the placenta and infecting the foetus where it stops cells from developing or destroys them.[2]