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Which type of virus is Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)?
Which type of virus is Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)?
- Gammaretrovirus
- Lentivirus (correct)
- Coronavirus
- Parvovirus
What is the incubation period of FIV?
What is the incubation period of FIV?
- 2-3 weeks
- 6 months
- Up to 6 years (correct)
- 1 year
What is the primary consequence of FIV infection?
What is the primary consequence of FIV infection?
- Increased red blood cell production
- Immune system suppression, leading to increased infections and cancers (correct)
- Neurological disease
- Enhanced immune response
Which group of cats is at the highest risk of FIV infection?
Which group of cats is at the highest risk of FIV infection?
What is the primary mode of transmission for FIV?
What is the primary mode of transmission for FIV?
Which wild felines can be infected with FIV?
Which wild felines can be infected with FIV?
What are the primary modes of FIV transmission ?
What are the primary modes of FIV transmission ?
Sexual contact is also considered a major means of spreading FIV
Sexual contact is also considered a major means of spreading FIV
Sexual and in utero infections are rare for FIV
Sexual and in utero infections are rare for FIV
Which immune cells are the primary targets of FIV replication?
Which immune cells are the primary targets of FIV replication?
Which receptors does FIV bind to on activated CD4+ T cells?
Which receptors does FIV bind to on activated CD4+ T cells?
What is a key effect of FIV infection on the immune system?
What is a key effect of FIV infection on the immune system?
Which of the following best explains why LYMPHOPENIA occurs in FIV-infected cats?
Which of the following best explains why LYMPHOPENIA occurs in FIV-infected cats?
Which of the following is a common early clinical sign of FIV infection?
Which of the following is a common early clinical sign of FIV infection?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical sign of FIV?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical sign of FIV?
Which severe oral condition is associated with FIV?
Which severe oral condition is associated with FIV?
What reproductive complication has been reported in FIV-infected queens?
What reproductive complication has been reported in FIV-infected queens?
Which diagnostic test is the most common, rapid, and reliable for detecting FIV?
Which diagnostic test is the most common, rapid, and reliable for detecting FIV?
What does PCR detect in FIV diagnosis?
What does PCR detect in FIV diagnosis?
Which diagnostic method is particularly useful for detecting FIV infection in kittens born from FIV-positive mothers?
Which diagnostic method is particularly useful for detecting FIV infection in kittens born from FIV-positive mothers?
What is the primary approach to managing FIV-positive cats?
What is the primary approach to managing FIV-positive cats?
Which treatment is commonly used for secondary infections in FIV-positive cats?
Which treatment is commonly used for secondary infections in FIV-positive cats?
Which of the following treatments may be required in FIV-positive cats with chronic gingivitis and stomatitis?
Which of the following treatments may be required in FIV-positive cats with chronic gingivitis and stomatitis?
Which of the following is a key preventive measure against FIV transmission?
Which of the following is a key preventive measure against FIV transmission?
Why is spaying and neutering recommended for outdoor cats to prevent FIV?
Why is spaying and neutering recommended for outdoor cats to prevent FIV?
FIV vaccine is widely available in the USA
FIV vaccine is widely available in the USA
Vaccinated cats will always be FIV ANTIBODY positive, which an be a problem if lost and placed in a shelter
Vaccinated cats will always be FIV ANTIBODY positive, which an be a problem if lost and placed in a shelter
How is Equine Infectious Anemia Virus (EIAV) primarily transmitted?
How is Equine Infectious Anemia Virus (EIAV) primarily transmitted?
What is the primary mechanism by which EIAV causes anemia?
What is the primary mechanism by which EIAV causes anemia?
Which of the following is NOT a common clinical sign of Equine Infectious Anemia?
Which of the following is NOT a common clinical sign of Equine Infectious Anemia?
Which diagnostic test was traditionally used to detect Equine Infectious Anemia Virus but has been largely replaced by ELISA?
Which diagnostic test was traditionally used to detect Equine Infectious Anemia Virus but has been largely replaced by ELISA?
What is another name for Equine infectious anemia virus?
What is another name for Equine infectious anemia virus?
As the virus binds to the RBC surfaces, it causes complement mediated phagocytosis and lysis (anemia and thrombocytopenia). What type of hypersensitivity is this?
As the virus binds to the RBC surfaces, it causes complement mediated phagocytosis and lysis (anemia and thrombocytopenia). What type of hypersensitivity is this?
Flashcards
What type of virus is FIV?
What type of virus is FIV?
FIV is a lentivirus, a type of retrovirus known for its slow progression and long incubation period.
