q1 - 2confused2bdoctor

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In an experiment, mechanisms for production of infection are studied. It is observed that viral organisms often produce a limited extent of tissue damage. Viral characteristics and host responses are analyzed in these viral infections. Which of the following mechanisms is most likely to determine the extent of viral infection?
A Neutrophilic response
B Cell tropism
C Size of inoculum
D Macrophage response
E Interferon level

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EE?

[ArchivalUser]

ee

[ArchivalUser]

ddddd

[ArchivalUser]

B is the right answer.. Viruses tend to infect only certain cells (e.g., hepatitis B virus and hepatocytes, poliovirus and anterior horn cells) because of specific cell receptors or proteins for attachment

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Nice one!

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Thanks

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going with E