Recent Lessons

Show all results for ""

Feature Overview

Ace your exams with our all-in-one platform for creating and sharing quizzes and tests.

Quizzes

Create quizzes and tests automatically from your content using AI.

Flashcards

Automatically turn your notes into digital flashcards.

Share, Export & Embed

Share with classmates or export to Excel and your learning management system.

Stats & Reporting

Auto-grading quizzes and tests with detailed stats and reports.

Mobile Apps

The smarter way to study – wherever you are.

Pricing

Search...

Viral Hepatitis E Occurrence and Genotypes

11 Questions

1 Views

Viral Hepatitis E Occurrence and Genotypes

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz

Study Flashcards

Spaced Repetition

Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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

Water borne 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 Signup and view all the answers

Which genotypes are associated with zoonotic transmission?

Genotype 3, 4 Signup and view all the answers

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

Chimpanzees 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 Signup and view all the answers

Who is most susceptible to severe disease from Hepatitis E?

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