Please Select the INCORRECT Statement Regarding Mumps and Oral Herpes

Please select the INCORRECT statement regarding mumps and oral herpes.

A) Herpes simplex virus is an enveloped double-stranded DNA virus while mumps virus is an enveloped single-stranded RNA virus.
B) Both herpes simplex virus and mumps virus are extremely resistant to detergents and disinfectants.
C) Cells infected with HSV exhibit an intranuclear inclusion body; cells infected with mumps virus do not exhibit this body.
D) Herpes simplex virus and mumps virus are both transmitted in the saliva of infected people.
E) A person with HSV infection may experience recurrences while a person who has recovered from mumps has lifelong immunity.

Correct Answer:

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Access For Free