A leukemia patient develops a progressive degenerative neurological disorder that is subsequently diagnosed as progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML). Should persons having close contact with this patient, such as his immunocompetent wife, be tested for the presence of JC Virus-specific antibodies?
A. No, because immunocompetent persons are not at risk of developing PML
B. Yes, because antiviral drugs are useful against JC virus if administered early enough
C. No, because JC Virus is not transmitted from person to person
D. Yes, because if she has no JC virus-specific antibodies, she can be treated with immunoglobulin
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A leukemia patient develops a progressive degenerative neurological disorder that is subsequently diagnosed as progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML). Should persons having close contact with this patient, such as his immunocompetent wife, be tested for the presence of JC Virus-specific antibodies?
A. No, because immunocompetent persons are not at risk of developing PML B. Yes, because antiviral drugs are useful against JC virus if administered early enough C. No, because JC Virus is not transmitted from person to person D. Yes, because if she has no JC virus-specific antibodies, she can be treated with immunoglobulin