What Causes the Cytopathic Effect (CPE)

Question

What causes the cytopathic effect (CPE)
A)Bacteria
B)Fungi
C)Protozoa
D)Viruses

Accepted Answer

Cytopathic effect (CPE) is caused by viruses. Viruses are obligate intracellular parasites that require host cells to replicate. During the life cycle, they cause structural and functional changes to the host cell, leading to the manifestation of CPE. The changes in the host cell can range from rounding, detachment, and shrinkage to lysis or death. The type and severity of CPE depend on factors such as the virus strain, host cell type, and immune response.