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What is a viral infection that leads to the integration of the viral genome into the host cell genome?
Lysogenic cycle
Is there a vaccine for viral pneumonia?
There is no specific vaccine for viral pneumonia, but vaccines such as the influenza (flu) vaccine and the measles vaccine can help prevent some of the viral infections that can lead to pneumonia. It is important to practice good hygiene, get vaccinated, and seek medical attention if you develop symptoms of pneumonia.
What is the mode of action of nucleoside and nucleotide analogs?
Nucleoside and nucleotide analogs inhibit viral replication by incorporating into the viral genome during replication. These analogs lack the necessary functional groups for further elongation of the viral genome, leading to termination of viral replication and inhibition of viral protein synthesis. This disruption ultimately stops the virus from spreading and replicating.
What are pro viruses?
A pro virus is a a complete viral genome which is incorporated in a host's genome. It is dormant while incorporated and therefore passed on to that cell's "offspring" and is waiting to be expressed at a later time.
Viruses have two main structures?
Viruses primarily consist of two main structures: the viral genome and the protein coat, known as the capsid. The viral genome can be composed of either DNA or RNA, which carries the genetic information necessary for replication. The capsid protects the viral genome and aids in the delivery of the virus into host cells. Some viruses also have an additional lipid envelope derived from the host cell membrane, which helps with infection.
What is a viral infection that leads to the integration of the viral genome into the host cell genome?
Lysogenic cycle
What occurs during viral uncoating?
During viral uncoating, the viral capsid is disassembled, releasing the viral genome into the host cell. This process allows the viral genome to access the host cell's machinery for replication and production of new virus particles.
How does a vaccine help fight viral infections?
When the vaccine gets to the body the it will block away the viral infection.
What viral infection that leads to the integration of the viral genome into the host cell genome?
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a viral infection that leads to the integration of the viral genome into the host cell genome. This integration allows the virus to replicate along with the host cell's DNA, making it difficult for the immune system to eradicate the virus completely.
What is a solution made from weakened virus particles that prevents viral disease?
vaccine
Is there a vaccine for viral pneumonia?
There is no specific vaccine for viral pneumonia, but vaccines such as the influenza (flu) vaccine and the measles vaccine can help prevent some of the viral infections that can lead to pneumonia. It is important to practice good hygiene, get vaccinated, and seek medical attention if you develop symptoms of pneumonia.
Is rabies shots and vaccine shot the same?
No, rabies is a viral infection and Tetanus is caused by the toxins produced by bacteria. They are two separate diseases.
Does vaccine treat the symptoms of an infection?
There are a number of viral infections for which vaccines are available. Most viral infections, though, have no vaccine available.
What type of vaccine involves host synthesis of viral antigens?
A nucleic acid vaccine
Is there a vaccine for all hepatitis?
There is currently no vaccine available against Hepatitis C. There is research going on to develop one but it will take years at least before one is developed.
Which component of the HPV vaccine stimulates the production of antibodies?
The external viral proteins of the HPV vaccine.
Some viral infections may be prevented by what?
a vaccine
