Which of the following is oncogenic virus

Human immunodeficiency virus type 2

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Vesicular stomatitis indiana virus

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Human herpes virus

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Epstein-Barr Virus

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Solution

The correct option is D Epstein-Barr Virus
The Epstein–Barr virus (EBV), formally called Human gammaherpesvirus 4 is one of the most common viruses in humans. Burkitt lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system particularly B lymphocytes found in the germinal centre. Burkitt's lymphoma is commonly associated with the infection of B cell lymphocytes with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Hence, Epstein-Barr virus is an oncogenic virus.
So, the correct answer is 'Epstein-Barr virus'.

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