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What is the primary mechanism of PCR testing for SARS-CoV-2?
What is the primary mechanism of PCR testing for SARS-CoV-2?
- Replicating the RNA of SARS-CoV-2 in mucous samples
- Measuring the viral load of SARS-CoV-2 in nose or throat swabs
- Detecting antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 in blood samples
- Amplifying the RNA of SARS-CoV-2 through multiple replication cycles (correct)
What is the Case Fatality Rate of COVID-19 in unvaccinated people without antiviral treatment?
What is the Case Fatality Rate of COVID-19 in unvaccinated people without antiviral treatment?
- 30% (correct)
- Unknown
- 9%
- 36%
What is the R0 value of MERS?
What is the R0 value of MERS?
- 3
- 8 (correct)
- 10
- 2
What percentage of colds is caused by coronaviruses?
What percentage of colds is caused by coronaviruses?
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What is the role of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein?
What is the role of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein?
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What is the primary mode of transmission of SARS-CoV-2?
What is the primary mode of transmission of SARS-CoV-2?
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What is the purpose of wearing masks during a pandemic?
What is the purpose of wearing masks during a pandemic?
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What is the estimated mortality rate of SARS-CoV-2?
What is the estimated mortality rate of SARS-CoV-2?
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What is the purpose of antiviral treatment in COVID-19?
What is the purpose of antiviral treatment in COVID-19?
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What is the primary mechanism of immune response against SARS-CoV-2?
What is the primary mechanism of immune response against SARS-CoV-2?
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