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Microbiology

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Set 24 Herpesviruses

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Question 1

(Multiple Choice)

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Which of the following describes the distinguishing features of the three types of latency exhibited by the Epstein-Barr virus?

A) Whether the viral DNA is integrated into the host chromosome or not.
B) The number of copies of the viral genome maintained.
C) The type of envelope glycoproteins on the cell surface.
D) The cell types that are latently infected.
E) The number and type of EBNA and LMP genes expressed.

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Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

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Which of the following describes the function of the α-TIF/VP16 protein from herpes simplex virus?

A) It shuts off expression of cellular proteins.
B) It activates transcription of immediate-early genes.
C) It uncoats the viral DNA at the nuclear pore.
D) It represses transcription of immediate-early genes.
E) It is required for the transition between a and b gene expression.

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Question 3

(True False)

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Herpesviruses hardly ever cause serious or fatal infections, even in patients with reduced immune function.

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