Varicella-zoster virus
A)uses the respiratory epithelium as its portal of entry.
B)becomes latent in dorsal root ganglia that serve specific dermatomes.
C)has humans as its reservoir.
D)causes chickenpox and shingles.
E)All of these choices are correct.

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All of these choices are correct. The Varicella-zoster virus can enter the body through the respiratory epithelium, becomes latent in specific dorsal root ganglia, and causes both chickenpox and shingles. Humans are the primary reservoir for this virus.

Varicella-Zoster Virus