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Which cell type does CMV establish latency in?
Which cell type does CMV establish latency in?
- B cells
- Hematopoietic progenitor cells (correct)
- NK cells
- T cells
What is one mechanism by which CMV prevents antigen presentation to T cells?
What is one mechanism by which CMV prevents antigen presentation to T cells?
- Promoting MHC I expression
- Inhibiting MHC I molecule expression (correct)
- Enhancing NK cell function
- Activating CD4 T cells
In which body fluids can CMV be shed?
In which body fluids can CMV be shed?
- Sweat
- Breast milk (correct)
- Cerebrospinal fluid
- Tears
What is a common symptom of CMV mononucleosis?
What is a common symptom of CMV mononucleosis?
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How is CMV transmitted in patients attending sexually transmitted disease clinics?
How is CMV transmitted in patients attending sexually transmitted disease clinics?
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What is the mechanism by which CMV prevents antigen presentation to natural killer (NK) cells?
What is the mechanism by which CMV prevents antigen presentation to natural killer (NK) cells?
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In CMV mononucleosis, why is heterophile antibody not present, unlike in EBV infection?
In CMV mononucleosis, why is heterophile antibody not present, unlike in EBV infection?
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What is a characteristic feature of CMV infection in transplant recipients during periods of intense immunosuppression?
What is a characteristic feature of CMV infection in transplant recipients during periods of intense immunosuppression?
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How does CMV establish latency in the body?
How does CMV establish latency in the body?
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Which organ is primarily affected in CMV infection in solid-organ transplant recipients?
Which organ is primarily affected in CMV infection in solid-organ transplant recipients?
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