The Epstein-Barr Virus Appears to Play a Role in the Cause

question 10

Multiple Choice

The Epstein-Barr virus appears to play a role in the cause of Hodgkin's disease. It seems to cause mutations in some but not all lymphocytes, creating malignant cells known as Reed-Sternberg cells. The virus is also believed to what?

• A) Inactivate the immune system's ability to suppress tumor growth
• B) Contain inflammatory symptoms like pain and fever
• C) Causes a typical allergic/immune response
• D) Activate the immune system's response to the virus.

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