The Epstein-Barr virus is the causative agent for:

a. Infectious mononucleosis
b. Infectious lymphocytosis
c. Lymphocytic leukemia
d. Monocytic leukemia

ANS: A
The Epstein-Barr virus is the causative agent for infectious mononucleosis. It is found in body fluids, especially saliva, in infected individuals.

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