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Which toxin is appropriately matched to its mechanism of action?

BONUS: Intravenous drug users would be expected to be at a greater risk for infection from ______ than non-drug users.

Infection by which of the following viruses can be prevented by vaccination?

A patient attends clinic with a painful inflammation of the skin on her leg. Examination of the tissue reveals the presence of a pus-producing infection that began in epidermis, but has expanded to include the layer below. What disease is she most likely suffering from?

As judged by the presence of anti-virus antibodies, what viral pathogen is the most successful at infecting citizens of the USA?

What protein(s) comprise the HIV  spike protein complex?

Which virulence factor allows varicella-zoster virus to form syncytia?

A patient attends clinic exhibiting the destruction of his dermis. The presence of the enzyme hyalronidase is observed. Which of the following statements is true?

A patient attends clinic showing evidence of neurological symptoms, particularly confusion, and joint pain. She cannot recall being bitten by a tick, but vaguely remembers an oval-shaped rash. What pathogen is she mostly likely infected with?

Which exotoxin is appropriately matched to its function?