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What does CMV stand for?

  1. cytomegalovirus

  2. carbon monoxide virus

  3. cytomegavirus

  4. chronic myeloid virus

The correct answer is: cytomegalovirus

CMV stands for cytomegalovirus. The term "cytomegavirus" (C), while similar in name, is an incorrect term and does not exist. "Carbon monoxide virus" (B) is incorrect because carbon monoxide is not a virus, it is a poisonous gas. "Chronic myeloid virus" (D) is also incorrect as it is a combination of two separate medical conditions, chronic myeloid leukemia and a virus. The correct answer is A.