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Which of the following viruses is found in saliva?(a) HIV(b) Dengue virus(c) Hepatitis B virus(d) Epstein-Barr virus (EBV virus)The question was asked in my homework.My question is from Cell Introduction in chapter Introduction to Cell of Cell Biology

Answer» CORRECT option is (d) Epstein-Barr virus (EBV virus)

EASIEST explanation: Epstein-Barr virus or EBV is ALSO known as Herpes virus 4. It causes an infection called Mononucleosis, which is a contagious disease. Since the virus is present in the saliva of the host, it can be CONTRACTED by a healthy individual by kissing or eating from the same UTENSILS.


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