Viral Hepatitis Identification

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What is the morphology of Hepatitis B virus?

  • Single stranded RNA
  • Icosahedral symmetry, envelope (correct)
  • Double stranded DNA
  • Helical symmetry, no envelope

Which protein is associated with the HBV genome complex?

  • M protein
  • P (polymerase) protein (correct)
  • S protein
  • L protein

Which antigen is mostly secreted and not found in mature virions?

  • HBsAg
  • HBcAg
  • HBxAg
  • HBeAg (correct)

Where can the S protein be found in the serum of infected individuals?

<p>As HBsAg (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cell receptor for adhesion of HBsAg?

<p>sodium taurocholate co-transporting polypeptide – NTCP (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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