Classification of Herpesviridae Family
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Which subfamily does the Varicella-Zoster virus belong to?

  • Epsilon Herpesviridae
  • Alpha Herpesviridae (correct)
  • Gamma Herpesviridae
  • Beta Herpesviridae

    • What is the clinical finding associated with HSV-2?

  • Chickenpox
  • Herpes gladiatorum
  • Genital Herpes (correct)
  • Keratoconjunctivitis

    • Which virus causes chickenpox as its primary disease?

  • HSV-1
  • HSV-4
  • HSV-3 (correct)
  • HSV-2

    • What is the disease caused by HSV-1 known as?

    <p>Gingivostomatitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of Herpes Simplex Virus is associated with encephalitis?

    <p>HSV-1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which subfamily does the Epstein-Barr virus belong to?

    <p>Gamma Herpesviridae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which virus is responsible for causing Infectious Mononucleosis?

    <p>HSV-4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mode of transmission for Cytomegalovirus (CMV)?

    <p>Crossing the placenta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of Infectious Mononucleosis?

    <p>Lymphadenopathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection?

    <p>Ganciclovir</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can varicella-Zoster immunoglobin be used for prevention and control?

    <p>Prophylaxis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What antigen is characteristic of HSV-4 (Epstein-Barr virus)?

    <p>Viral capsid antigen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of DNA is closed by an icosahedral capsid in the context provided?

    <p>Double-stranded DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mode of transmission mentioned for the virus described in the text?

    <p>Sexual intercourse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the common signs and symptoms associated with the infection caused by the virus in the provided text?

    <p>Genital ulceration and watery blisters in mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the spread of the virus prevented according to the text?

    <p>Avoiding unprotected sexual intercourse and direct contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diagnostic method is mentioned in the text for detecting the virus?

    <p>PCR assay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the treatments recommended for reducing reactivation rates of the virus?

    <p>Acyclovir</p> Signup and view all the answers

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