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Infectious Mononucleosis Flashcards

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What are the causative agents of Infectious Monocucleosis?

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Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)

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What are the most common modes of transmission for Infectious Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus)?

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Direct, indirect contact; parenteral

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What are the virulence factors for Infectious Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus)?

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Latency, ability to incorporate into host DNA

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How do you culture/diagnose Infectious Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus)?

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Differential blood count, Monospot test for heterophile antibody, specific ELISA

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How do you prevent Infectious Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus)?

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How do you treat Infectious Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus)?

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Supportive

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What are the distinctive features of Infectious Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus)?

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Lifelong persistence

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What are the epidemiological features of Infectious Mononucleosis?

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United States: 500 cases per 100,000 per year

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