Adenovirus Flashcards
1
Q
What is the microbiological form of adenovirus
A
DS liner DNA with icosahedral capsid
2
Q
Is adenovirus naked or enveloped
A
Naked
3
Q
WHats the significance of adenovirus’ nakedness
A
It is resistant to detergents, low pH (GI), and alcohol
4
Q
What virulence factor is responsible for the toxic effect of adenovirus
A
Capsid Penton Protein
5
Q
Mode of transmission
A
inhalation of water droplets
6
Q
What types of infections can adenovirus cause
A
eye, respiratory, GI,
Replicates in conjunctiva, oropharynx, or intestine and induces an immune response with necrosis and inflammation
7
Q
resp symptoms
A
cough, fever sore throat
8
Q
ocular
A
sand in eye
