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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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