Match the virus with the specimen in which it is most commonly isolated.
-Skin and mucous membranes
A)Varicella-zoster virus
B)Enterovirus
C)Human papillomavirus (HPV)
D)Parainfluenza virus
E)CMV

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Varicella-zoster virus is most commonly isolated from skin and mucous membranes, causing chickenpox and shingles.

Answer: B
 Enteroviruses, such as coxsackievirus and echovirus, can be isolated from skin and mucous membranes, as well as feces and respiratory secretions.

Answer: C
 Human papillomavirus (HPV) is typically isolated from genital specimens, such as cervical swabs, due to its association with cervical cancer and genital warts.

Answer: D
 Parainfluenza virus is primarily isolated from respiratory specimens, such as nasopharyngeal swabs and tracheal aspirates.

Answer: E
 CMV (Cytomegalovirus) can be isolated from a variety of specimens, including urine, blood, and respiratory secretions, but is most commonly associated with congenital infections and immunocompromised individuals.

Match the Virus with the Specimen in Which It Is