Most favorite host of HIV virus is?
Correct answer: C. T_Cell
- A. Lymphocytes
- B. RBC
- C. T_Cell
- D. B_ cells
Explanation
While HIV can infect other types of cells, including monocytes, macrophages, and dendritic cells, it has a particular affinity for T-cells. This is because the virus uses the CD4 receptor on the surface of T-cells to gain entry and infect the cells.
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