Presence of Epstein Barr virus in hairy leukoplakia can be demonstrated using following methods EXCEPT_____________?

Correct answer: A. Tzanck smear

  • A. Tzanck smear
  • B. Polymerase chain reaction
  • C. In situ hybridization
  • D. Electron microscopy

Explanation

Tzanck smear shows cytological changes such as ballooning degeneration but does not identify Epstein-Barr virus. EBV in hairy leukoplakia can be demonstrated by PCR, in situ hybridisation, or electron microscopy.

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