The classic opportunistic infection in acquired immune deficiency syndrome is_____________?

Correct answer: C. Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia

  • A. Apthous stomatitis
  • B. Tuberculosis
  • C. Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia
  • D. Herpetic gingivostomatitis

Explanation

Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia, formerly called Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia, is the classic AIDS-defining opportunistic infection. Its occurrence reflects severe depletion of CD4 T lymphocytes.

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