Understanding Viral Hepatitis

What is the primary cause of hepatitis?

• Viral infection

• Bacterial infection

• Fungal infection

• Parasitic infection

Which cells are primarily targeted by hepatitis viruses?

• Erythrocytes

• Hepatocytes

• Neurons

• Lymphocytes

What is a common symptom of progressing hepatitis?

• Hepatomegaly

• Improved vision

• Increased appetite

• Weight gain

Which enzyme is typically higher in viral hepatitis?

• LDH

• GGT

• ALT

• AST

How is Hepatitis A primarily transmitted?

• Direct skin contact

• Fecal-oral route

• Airborne droplets

• Blood transfusion

What is a significant risk for pregnant women with HEV?

• Acute liver failure

• Increased fertility

• Chronic infection

• Improved immunity

Which test is considered the gold standard for diagnosing HCV?

• HCV RNA test

• Liver biopsy

• CT scan

• Ultrasound

What is the key marker for HBV infection?

• HBV e-antigen

• HBV surface antigen

• HBV DNA

• HBV core antigen

What is required for Hepatitis D virus to infect a host?

• Presence of HEV

• Presence of HCV

• Presence of HBV

• Presence of HAV

What is the term for HDV infection occurring after HBV infection?

• Co-infection

• Cross-infection

• Superinfection

• Reinfection