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Which of the following is the primary mode of transmission for HIV?
Which of the following is the primary mode of transmission for HIV?
- Transfusion of infected blood
- Sharing contaminated needles
- Transplacental transfer
- Sexual intercourse (correct)
Where does the virus primarily infect CD4+ T cells?
Where does the virus primarily infect CD4+ T cells?
- Lymph nodes
- Peripheral lymphoid organs
- Mucosal tissues (correct)
- Blood
What is the major source of infectious viral particles during the course of HIV infection?
What is the major source of infectious viral particles during the course of HIV infection?
- Integrated provirus
- Infected lymphocytes
- Dendritic cells
- Activated CD4+ T cells (correct)
Which cells may become reservoirs of infection in HIV and be reactivated months or years later?
Which cells may become reservoirs of infection in HIV and be reactivated months or years later?
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What is the cause of depletion of CD4+ T cells after HIV infection?
What is the cause of depletion of CD4+ T cells after HIV infection?
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What is the most reliable indicator of disease progression in HIV?
What is the most reliable indicator of disease progression in HIV?
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