The Epstein-Barr Virus (Which Causes Mononucleosis) Preferentially Destroys Which of These

question 77

Multiple Choice

The Epstein-Barr virus (which causes mononucleosis) preferentially destroys which of these cell types?

• A) B lymphocytes.
• B) cytotoxic T lymphocytes.
• C) helper T lymphocytes.
• D) macrophages.

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