A 28 year old man comes to GP due to fever, mild headache and sore throat. Temp is 102.2 and pulse is 90. Physical exam shows generalized lymphadenopathy and a diffuse, bronze colored maculopapular rash covering body, palms and soles. 1. What pathology is likely occuring and what makes you think that? 2. What lab test would you do to conirm your supspicion and why?

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1. A 28 year old man comes to GP due to fever, mild headache and sore throat. Temp is 102.2 and pulse is 90. Physical exam shows generalized lymphadenopathy and a diffuse, bronze colored maculopapular rash covering body, palms and soles. 1. What pathology is likely occuring and what makes you think that? 2. What lab test would you do to conirm your supspicion and why?