Retroviruses are a type of RNA virus that can reverse transcribe their RNA genome into DNA using the enzyme reverse transcriptase. This DNA is integrated into the host cell’s genome, potentially causing long-lasting infections. HIV is a well-known example of a retrovirus. This is an MCQ on Retrovirus – Example […]
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MCQ on HIV AIDS Virus
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a retrovirus that attacks the immune system, specifically CD4 cells (T cells), weakening the body’s ability to fight infections and diseases. If left untreated, it can progress to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome), a severe, often fatal condition. This is an MCQ on HIV Virus Structure […]
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MCQ on Corona Virus: Structure and Replication
COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. It primarily spreads through respiratory droplets, leading to symptoms ranging from mild respiratory issues to severe pneumoniThe pandemic, first identified in late 2019, has had a global impact on public health and daily life. This is an MCQ on […]
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Structure of Nipah Virus
Nipah virus (NiV) is a zoonotic pathogen that has caused outbreaks in several Asian countries. Nipah belongs to the genus Henipavirus. The virus was named after the Malaysian village where it was first identified in 1999. With its high mortality rate and potential for human-to-human transmission, Nipah virus poses a […]
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Nipah Virus Transmission, Symptoms, Diagnostics and Treatment
Nipah Virus: An Emerging Threat to Global Health: Nipah virus (NiV) is a zoonotic pathogen that has caused outbreaks in several Asian countries primarily in Bangladesh, Malaysia, India, and Singapore. Nipah virus belongs to the genus Henipavirus. The virus was named after the Malaysian village where it was first identified […]
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