Characteristic features of the herpesvirus used for diagnosis include the
A) presence of recurring lesions in the lip or genital regions.
B) presence of syncytia in infected tissue.
C) presence of recurring lesions in the lip or genital regions and syncytia in infected tissue.
D) ability of the virus to be transmitted to neonates.
E) presence of viruses intracellularly years after recovery from the infection.

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Recurring lesions in the lip or genital regions are a characteristic feature of herpesvirus infection, specifically herpes simplex virus (HSV). Syncytia, or cell fusion, can also be observed in infected tissue. Therefore, the presence of both recurring lesions and syncytia are indicative features of herpesvirus infection. The ability of the virus to be transmitted to neonates and the presence of viruses intracellularly years after recovery from the infection are also important features, but not specific to diagnosis.

Characteristic Features of the Herpesvirus Used for Diagnosis Include the