Which of the following statements regarding infectious mononucleosis is INCORRECT?
A. It is a virus infection (Epstein-Barr virus) that attacks B lymphocytes.
B. It is associated with enlargement of spleen and lymph nodes.
C. It may be complicated by B-cell lymphoma in persons with impaired or suppressed immune system.
D. Infected person may resume normal activities, including contact sports such as basketball, as soon as he or she feels well.
E. Blood smear from infected person contains increased numbers of lymphocytes with many atypical lymphocytes.
D
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