Which of the following is not true about the Human Immunodeficiency virus (HIV)?
Correct answer: C. It does not cause AIDS
- A. It is a retrovirus
- B. It is surrounded by an envelope
- C. It does not cause AIDS
- D. It causes deficiency of the human immune system
Explanation
It is a well known fact that HIV virus does cause AIDS.
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HIV is a retrovirus that infects CD4 T lymphocytes and gradually weakens immune function, while AIDS is the advanced syndrome caused by severe immune deficiency. Coverage includes viral transmission, replication, disease progression, opportunistic infections, diagnosis, prevention and the difference between HIV infection and AIDS.
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