Hepatitis D virus (delta agent) is a defective virus that can replicate only in cells already infected with which of the following viruses?
Correct Answer: Hepatitis B virus
Description: Hepatitis D virus is a defective virus with an RNA genome and a hepatitis B surface antigen envelope. Two types of HDV infection occur: simultaneous HDV and HBV infection, or HDV superinfection with chronic HBV infection. Diagnosis is made by demonstrating IgM or IgG antibodies, or both.
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