18 Questions
What is the virus receptor for Parvovirus B19?
Globoside
Which cells, other than erythroid precursor nuclei, can be affected by Parvovirus B19?
Endothelial cells
What type of rash appears as 'blueberry muffin' due to extramedullary hematopoiesis?
Rash caused by Parvovirus B19
Which method is used to detect acquired infections?
Serological testing
In which patients does aplastic crisis develop when infected with Parvovirus B19?
Patients with chronic hemolytic anemias
Which infection screening does Parvovirus B19 belong to?
TORCHS for congenital infections
What is used to help detect congenital infections caused by Parvovirus B19?
IgM tests
Which disease is associated with symptoms similar to rheumatoid arthritis due to Parvovirus B19 infection?
'Fifth disease'
What is the characteristic appearance of rash due to extramedullary hematopoiesis?
Blueberry muffin rash
Which technique is commonly used to detect Parvovirus B19 in respiratory secretions?
Virus culture
Which cells serve as the primary site for replication of Parvovirus B19?
Erythroid precursor nuclei
What is the receptor for Parvovirus B19 to enter host cells?
Globoside
Which type of patients are prone to developing aplastic crisis when infected with Parvovirus B19?
Patients with chronic hemolytic anemias
Which serological tests are useful for detecting congenital infections caused by Parvovirus B19?
IgM and RTPCR tests
Which disease, often associated with autoimmune conditions, can be triggered by Parvovirus B19 infection?
Rheumatoid arthritis
Which cells, in addition to erythroid precursor nuclei, can be affected by Parvovirus B19?
Endothelial cells
Which infection screening protocol includes Parvovirus B19 for evaluation?
TORCHS
What is the characteristic rash associated with Erythema infectiosum caused by Parvovirus B19?
Slapped cheek rash
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