18 Questions
Which subfamily does the Varicella-Zoster virus belong to?
Alpha Herpesviridae
What is the clinical finding associated with HSV-2?
Genital Herpes
Which virus causes chickenpox as its primary disease?
HSV-3
What is the disease caused by HSV-1 known as?
Gingivostomatitis
Which type of Herpes Simplex Virus is associated with encephalitis?
HSV-1
Which subfamily does the Epstein-Barr virus belong to?
Gamma Herpesviridae
Which virus is responsible for causing Infectious Mononucleosis?
HSV-4
What is the primary mode of transmission for Cytomegalovirus (CMV)?
Crossing the placenta
What is a characteristic feature of Infectious Mononucleosis?
Lymphadenopathy
What is the recommended treatment for Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection?
Ganciclovir
How can varicella-Zoster immunoglobin be used for prevention and control?
Prophylaxis
What antigen is characteristic of HSV-4 (Epstein-Barr virus)?
Viral capsid antigen
Which type of DNA is closed by an icosahedral capsid in the context provided?
Double-stranded DNA
What is the primary mode of transmission mentioned for the virus described in the text?
Sexual intercourse
What are the common signs and symptoms associated with the infection caused by the virus in the provided text?
Genital ulceration and watery blisters in mouth
How is the spread of the virus prevented according to the text?
Avoiding unprotected sexual intercourse and direct contact
Which diagnostic method is mentioned in the text for detecting the virus?
PCR assay
What is one of the treatments recommended for reducing reactivation rates of the virus?
Acyclovir
Learn about the classification of the family Herpesviridae into three subfamilies: Alpha, Beta, and Gamma Herpesviridae, as well as the clinical findings of HSV-1. Familiarize yourself with the different viruses within each subfamily.
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