Which of the following virus has special affiliations with the tumor production:
Correct answer: B. Retrovirus
- A. Hepatitis virus
- B. Retrovirus
- C. Polio virus
- D. Pox virus
Explanation
Retroviruses have a strong association with tumour formation because some carry oncogenes or can activate host genes after integrating their DNA into the host genome. Hepatitis viruses can also contribute to certain cancers, but retroviruses are the specifically recognized tumour-associated group in this set.
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