In HIV, which cells are affected_______________?

Correct answer: A. CD4

  • A. CD4
  • B. CD8
  • C. Monocytes
  • D. Lymphocytes

Explanation

HIV primarily infects CD4-positive helper T lymphocytes through the CD4 receptor, causing progressive cellular immunodeficiency. CD8 cells and monocytes may be affected indirectly, but CD4 cells are the key target tested here.

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