Half-life of free HIV in plasma is________________?
Correct answer: B. 6 hours
- A. 24 hours
- B. 6 hours
- C. 12 hours
- D. 3 months
Explanation
Free HIV particles in plasma have a short half-life of roughly 6 hours because they are rapidly cleared or infect target cells. This is distinct from the much longer survival of some infected cellular reservoirs.
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