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What is the typical timeframe for cytopathic effect (CPE) to appear in HSV infection?
What is the typical timeframe for cytopathic effect (CPE) to appear in HSV infection?
- 24 hours
- 1 week
- 48 hours
- 72 hours (correct)
Which test can be used for the diagnosis of primary HSV infection?
Which test can be used for the diagnosis of primary HSV infection?
- Direct immunofluorescence test
- Tzanck smear
- Viral DNA test
- Serology test (correct)
What is the best antiviral drug of choice for treating HSV infections?
What is the best antiviral drug of choice for treating HSV infections?
- Ganciclovir
- Valacyclovir
- Acyclovir (correct)
- Famciclovir
Which laboratory method is the most sensitive and specific for detecting viral DNA in HSV infection?
Which laboratory method is the most sensitive and specific for detecting viral DNA in HSV infection?
What is the role of Acyclovir in reducing the severity of HSV outbreaks?
What is the role of Acyclovir in reducing the severity of HSV outbreaks?
Which feature is characteristic of cells infected with HSV on a Tzanck smear?
Which feature is characteristic of cells infected with HSV on a Tzanck smear?
What is a common clinical use of Acyclovir?
What is a common clinical use of Acyclovir?
What is the main action of Acyclovir in reducing the transmission of HSV to others?
What is the main action of Acyclovir in reducing the transmission of HSV to others?
Which test can detect the presence of HSV antigen in epithelial cells?
Which test can detect the presence of HSV antigen in epithelial cells?
What do infected Vero cells show in a cytopathic effect (CPE) due to HSV-1 infection?
What do infected Vero cells show in a cytopathic effect (CPE) due to HSV-1 infection?
