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

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Human papillomavirus (HPV) is most commonly isolated in genital specimens.

Other options:
A) Varicella-zoster virus is commonly isolated in skin lesions or respiratory secretions for diagnosis of chickenpox or shingles.
B) Enterovirus is commonly isolated in respiratory secretions, CSF or stool for diagnosis of enterovirus infections.
D) Parainfluenza virus is commonly isolated in respiratory secretions for diagnosis of upper respiratory infections.
E) CMV is commonly isolated in blood, urine or other body fluids for diagnosis of CMV infections.

Match the Virus with the Specimen in Which It Is