Most Retroviruses, with the Exception of Lentiviruses, Can Only Infect

question 4

Multiple Choice

Most retroviruses, with the exception of lentiviruses, can only infect cells that are actively dividing.Which of the following explains the primary reason for this?

• A) The viral genome is amplified by replicating cells.
• B) They need actively replicating cells to spread the virus throughout the body.
• C) They need the cell to undergo mitosis so the viral genome can enter the nucleus.
• D) They need the cell to produce high levels of nucleotide triphosphates.
• E) They need the cell to produce DNA polymerase to replicate the viral genome.

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Cohort Differences

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Cross-Sectional Study

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