CHAPTER 30: Herpesviruses I

Question 1

Herpesvirus group that consists of fast-growing cytolytic viruses that establish latent infections in neurones

Answer 1

α-herpesviruses

Question 2

Herpesvirus group that consists of slow-growing viruses that become latent in secretory glands and kidneys

Answer 2

β-herpesviruses

Question 3

Herpesvirus group that consists of latent in lymphoid tissues

Answer 3

γ-herpesviruses