Asked in a 2000 paper

Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) usually occurs when CD4 Lymphocyte counts are_____________?

Correct answer: C. Below 200

  • A. Above 600
  • B. Between 1000-2000
  • C. Below 200
  • D. Above 2000

Explanation

In patients with HIV infection, Kaposi sarcoma is strongly associated with advanced immunosuppression, commonly when the CD4 count falls below 200 cells/µL. The disease is caused by human herpesvirus 8.

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