1
Q
What viral investigations would you use in an immunocompromised patient?
A
PCR (serology not used due to immune impairment)
2
Q
What groups of viruses are important in ICed pts?
A
Herpesviridae - CMV, EBV, HSV, HHV8, VZV
Polyomaviridae - JC and BK
Resp viruses
Hepatitis
3
Q
What fungi are important in ICed pts?
A
MADCanC
Mucorycosi
Aspergillus
Dermatophytes
Candida
Cryptococci
Path guide micro
flashcards
Decks in class (22)
# Cards
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Tuberculosis and other Mycobacteria7
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Respiratory Tract Infections27
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Infective Endocarditis10
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GI Infections37
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Urinary Tract Infections8
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Wound, Bone and Joint Infections7
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CNS Infections and Meningitis14
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Sexually Transmitted Infections35
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Antimicrobial agents36
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Immunocompromised Hosts3
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Influenza Virus7
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SARS-CoV-24
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Virology Summary23
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Antivirals17
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Hepatitis15
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Congenital Infections7
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Pyrexia of Unknown Origin7
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Fever in a Returning Traveller14
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Zoonoses32
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Fungal Infections17
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Prion Disease8
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Micro Summary4
