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Which hepatitis virus is classified as a picornavirus?
Which hepatitis virus is classified as a picornavirus?
What is the primary mode of transmission for Hepatitis B virus (HBV)?
What is the primary mode of transmission for Hepatitis B virus (HBV)?
Which of the following hepatitis viruses requires a helper virus for its replication?
Which of the following hepatitis viruses requires a helper virus for its replication?
Which hepatitis virus is most likely to cause chronic disease?
Which hepatitis virus is most likely to cause chronic disease?
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Which hepatitis virus is associated with an increased risk for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)?
Which hepatitis virus is associated with an increased risk for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)?
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What type of genome does the Hepatitis C virus possess?
What type of genome does the Hepatitis C virus possess?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Hepatitis B virus (HBV)?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Hepatitis B virus (HBV)?
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Which enzyme is associated with the Hepatitis B virus and is responsible for converting RNA to DNA within the nucleocapsid?
Which enzyme is associated with the Hepatitis B virus and is responsible for converting RNA to DNA within the nucleocapsid?
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Which hepatitis virus is classified under the Hepeviridae family?
Which hepatitis virus is classified under the Hepeviridae family?
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What is the common characteristic shared by all hepatitis viruses regarding cellular tropism?
What is the common characteristic shared by all hepatitis viruses regarding cellular tropism?
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What is the primary function of the HBsAg found on the surface of HBV?
What is the primary function of the HBsAg found on the surface of HBV?
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Which characteristic is NOT associated with acute viral hepatitis?
Which characteristic is NOT associated with acute viral hepatitis?
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What is the main route of Hepatitis B virus infections in industrialized countries?
What is the main route of Hepatitis B virus infections in industrialized countries?
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Which of the following best describes the process of HBV virion release from an infected cell?
Which of the following best describes the process of HBV virion release from an infected cell?
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What is the role of pgRNA in the HBV lifecycle?
What is the role of pgRNA in the HBV lifecycle?
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Which of the following best describes the effect of Hepatitis A virus (HAV) on liver cells?
Which of the following best describes the effect of Hepatitis A virus (HAV) on liver cells?
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Why is HBV not considered to be directly cytolytic?
Why is HBV not considered to be directly cytolytic?
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What is the typical outcome of Hepatitis A infection?
What is the typical outcome of Hepatitis A infection?
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What is the primary method of diagnosis for an acute Hepatitis A virus infection?
What is the primary method of diagnosis for an acute Hepatitis A virus infection?
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Which of the following is a component of the HBV capsid?
Which of the following is a component of the HBV capsid?
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How is prophylaxis with immune serum globulin most effective in preventing Hepatitis A?
How is prophylaxis with immune serum globulin most effective in preventing Hepatitis A?
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Which family does Hepatitis A virus (HAV) belong to?
Which family does Hepatitis A virus (HAV) belong to?
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Which of the following describes the genome of the Hepatitis A virus (HAV)?
Which of the following describes the genome of the Hepatitis A virus (HAV)?
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Study Notes
Hepatitis Viruses
- Different viruses cause hepatitis, each with unique characteristics
- Picornaviridae, Hepadnaviridae, Flaviviridae, and Hepeviridae are families of hepatitis viruses.
Hepatitis A Virus (HAV)
- Belonging to the Picornaviridae family, HAV is an enteric virus.
- Spread by the fecal-oral route, resulting in acute liver disease.
- HAV does not cause chronic infections.
- Symptoms are typically mild and resolve without treatment.
- Incubation period: 15-50 days.
- Common signs and symptoms include jaundice, nausea, abdominal pain, fatigue, and fever.
Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)
- HBV belongs to the Hepadnaviridae family.
- Spread through blood and bodily fluids (sexual contact, parenteral exposure).
- HBV is a DNA virus and can lead to chronic infection; this may cause liver cirrhosis & cancer.
- It can cause chronic inflammation in the liver leading to serious complications.
- Incubation period: 45 to 160 days.
- The presence of HBV viral antigens or antibodies in serum specimens is confirmed using serological tests.
- HBV can be prevented by vaccination.
Hepatitis C Virus (HCV)
- HCV belongs to the Flaviviridae family.
- Spread Primarily by blood or body fluids (injection drug use, blood transfusions).
- HCV is an RNA virus, leading to a chronic infection (which can lead to liver cirrhosis & cancer).
- Chronic HCV infections are common, and treatment options with antiviral drugs (DAAs) are available.
- Incubation period: 15-150 days.
- Symptoms and Signs: People with HCV infection often are asymptomatic or have mild symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they can include: fever, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, clay-colored stool, and jaundice,
- The presence of HCV viral antigens or antibodies in serum specimens is confirmed using serological tests.
Hepatitis D Virus (HDV)
- HDV is a defective virus (or satellite virus); it requires a co-infection with HBV to become infectious.
- HDV belongs to the Deltavirus family (of the genus Deltavirus).
- HDV is spread via parenteral transmission.
- HDV infection is likely to lead to complications in the liver.
Hepatitis E Virus (HEV)
- HEV belongs to the Hepeviridae family; it is an enteric virus.
- HEV is spread by the fecal-oral route.
- HEV infection is associated with acute hepatitis, and it's especially serious in pregnant women.
- Symptoms are typically mild.
General Information Regarding Hepatitis Viruses
- Hepatotropic means they primarily affect the liver
- Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver
- Liver damage is a major complication for any of these viral infections.
- Diagnosis and Treatment is done based on several factors including a complete history of the patient, physical examination, relevant imaging tests, serological and other diagnostic tests.
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Test your knowledge on various hepatitis viruses, including their classifications, transmission modes, and characteristics. This quiz covers essential details about Hepatitis A, B, C, and other related viruses, focusing on their genetic features and clinical implications.
