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Viral Hepatitis E Occurrence and Genotypes

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What is the recommended laboratory test for detecting hepatitis E in immunocompromised individuals?

Testing for hepatitis A antibodies
Detection of anti-HEV IgM
Detection of HEV RNA by PCR in stool samples
Detection of HEV RNA by PCR in blood (correct)

What is one individual level preventive measure against hepatitis E?

Maintaining hygienic practices such as hand-washing with safe water (correct)
Avoiding hand-washing with safe water
Proper disposal systems for human feces
Eating raw or undercooked meat

What is the recommendation for controlling chronic hepatitis E in immunosuppressed people?

Ribavirin and interferon treatment (correct)
Avoiding contact with hepatitis A patients
No specific measures needed
Specific treatment to alter the course of acute hepatitis E

In which regions is Genotype 2 virus uncommon?

Developed countries (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common mode of transmission for Genotype 1 virus?

Water borne (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of outbreaks of Viral Hepatitis E in emergent areas such as war zones and camps?

Contaminated water (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which genotypes are associated with zoonotic transmission?

Genotype 3, 4 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main food-borne reservoir of infection for Hepatitis E?

Chimpanzees (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the period of communicability for Hepatitis E?

Few days before to 3-4 weeks after the onset (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who is most susceptible to severe disease from Hepatitis E?

Young to middle-aged adults (15-40 years) (D) Signup and view all the answers

How is the chronic form of Hepatitis E diagnosed?

Presence of viral RNA in feces or serum after a minimum of 3 to 6 months (C) Signup and view all the answers

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