Major cells that are infected by HIV?
Correct answer: C. T-Helper cells
- A. Red blood cells
- B. Platelets
- C. T-Helper cells
- D. Neutrophils
Explanation
The major cells infected by HIV are CD4+ T lymphocytes, as the virus binds to CD4 receptors to gain entry and replicate. Red blood cells, platelets, and neutrophils are not directly infected because they either lack nuclei or do not express the necessary receptors.
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