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Which of the following is the best diagnostic material for herpes zoster virus isolation?
Which of the following is the best diagnostic material for herpes zoster virus isolation?
- Early vesicular lesions (correct)
- Serum samples
- Cerebrospinal fluid
- Crusted lesions
What is the most rapid method for detecting herpes zoster virus?
What is the most rapid method for detecting herpes zoster virus?
- Direct immunofluorescence
- PCR amplification of VZV DNA (correct)
- Centrifugation-enhanced cultures (shell vials)
- Cell culture
Which of the following groups is at higher risk of developing herpes zoster due to decreased T-cell function?
Which of the following groups is at higher risk of developing herpes zoster due to decreased T-cell function?
- Children
- Healthy adults
- Organ transplant recipients (correct)
- Pregnant women
Which of the following is the most common complication of herpes zoster?
Which of the following is the most common complication of herpes zoster?
What is the risk of developing postherpetic neuralgia in patients aged over 60 years?
What is the risk of developing postherpetic neuralgia in patients aged over 60 years?
Which of the following viruses is associated with hand-foot-and-mouth disease?
Which of the following viruses is associated with hand-foot-and-mouth disease?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of Coxsackievirus A infections?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of Coxsackievirus A infections?
What is the route of transmission for Coxsackievirus infections?
What is the route of transmission for Coxsackievirus infections?
Which of the following statements about Coxsackievirus infections is correct?
Which of the following statements about Coxsackievirus infections is correct?
What is the recommended control measure for non-immune pregnant contacts exposed to varicella-zoster virus?
What is the recommended control measure for non-immune pregnant contacts exposed to varicella-zoster virus?
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