Which of the Following is Known to Be Teratogenic

Question

Which of the following is known to be teratogenic?
A) Epstein-Barr virus
B) cytomegalovirus
C) Plasmodium
D) Borrelia
E) dengue virus

Accepted Answer

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is known to be teratogenic, meaning it has the ability to cause birth defects or malformations in a developing fetus. It can be transmitted from a mother to her unborn child during pregnancy, leading to complications such as hearing loss, vision impairment, and developmental delays. The other choices listed are not known to be teratogenic.