15 Questions
What is the receptor used by Rhinovirus for attachment?
ICAM-1
Which symptom may intensify over 2-3 days in a common cold?
Nasal discharge
What is the potent chemoattractant released by infected cells?
IL-8
What symptom is a common and bothersome initial symptom of a common cold?
Sore throat or throat irritation
What is an unusual symptom in a common cold, but when present, is typically low grade?
Fever
Which cell receptor does Rhinovirus utilize for attachment?
ICAM-1
What is the percentage of infected individuals experiencing hoarseness in a common cold?
20%
Which cytokine acts as a potent chemoattractant for polymorphonuclear leukocytes released by infected cells?
Interleukin-8 (IL-8)
What is a common initial symptom of a common cold that may be bothersome?
Sore throat or throat irritation
Which symptom, when present in a common cold, is typically low grade and considered unusual?
Fever
Which symptom, when present in a common cold, is typically low grade and considered unusual?
Fever
What is the percentage of infected individuals experiencing hoarseness in a common cold?
20%
Which cytokine acts as a potent chemoattractant for polymorphonuclear leukocytes released by infected cells?
Interleukin-8 (IL-8)
What symptom is a common and bothersome initial symptom of a common cold?
Nasal dryness or irritation
What is the receptor used by Rhinovirus for attachment?
ICAM-1
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