HIV Infection Diagnostic Testing in Infants
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Which test is most accurate for detecting HIV infection in infants and toddlers?

  • Complete blood count (CBC)
  • Viral load test
  • Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
  • Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) (correct)

    • What is the typical finding in the platelet count of a patient with severe HIV infection?

  • Increased above 500,000 (correct)
  • Fluctuating platelet count
  • No change in platelet count
  • Decreased below 150,000

    • Which of the following statements about CD4 counts in HIV infection is true?

  • CD4 counts fluctuate randomly during HIV infection
  • CD4 counts remain unchanged throughout HIV infection
  • CD4 counts decrease as HIV infection progresses (correct)
  • CD4 counts increase as HIV infection progresses

    • What does the term 'transplacentally received antibodies' refer to in the context of HIV testing in infants?

    <p>Antibodies acquired from the mother during pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following abbreviations represents a diagnostic test for HIV infection?

    <p>ELISA</p> Signup and view all the answers

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