Which of the following statement regarding Rota virus is false?: (A) Most commonly affects children, (B) Double stranded RNA virus, (C) It is a non enveloped virus, (D) None of the above
Answer is D. Rota virus is a double stranded RNA virus belonging to the family Reoviridae. The RNA is enclosed in a triple layered, non enveloped icosahedral capsid. It is one of the commonest cause for watery diarrhoea in children. Oral rehydration therapy is the most appropriate treatment of choice.