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HIV contains a diploid genome made up of 1 molecule of DNA.
HIV contains a diploid genome made up of 1 molecule of DNA.
False
The cleavage of gp160 results in the formation of proteins gp120 and gp41.
The cleavage of gp160 results in the formation of proteins gp120 and gp41.
True
Reverse Transcriptase is responsible for integrating viral RNA into the host cell genome.
Reverse Transcriptase is responsible for integrating viral RNA into the host cell genome.
False
A positive HIV-1 NAT indicates the absence of acute HIV-1 infection.
A positive HIV-1 NAT indicates the absence of acute HIV-1 infection.
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The CCR5 mutation can provide immunity to HIV infection if homozygous.
The CCR5 mutation can provide immunity to HIV infection if homozygous.
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HIV-2 antibodies are always detected in all individuals infected with HIV-1.
HIV-2 antibodies are always detected in all individuals infected with HIV-1.
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The initial test for HIV is based on detecting the presence of p24 antigen and antibodies.
The initial test for HIV is based on detecting the presence of p24 antigen and antibodies.
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HIV RNA tests are qualitative and are used when antibodies are already present.
HIV RNA tests are qualitative and are used when antibodies are already present.
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Western blot tests are currently recommended for confirmatory testing of HIV.
Western blot tests are currently recommended for confirmatory testing of HIV.
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AIDS diagnosis can be based on CD4 counts or specific diseases like Pneumocystis pneumonia.
AIDS diagnosis can be based on CD4 counts or specific diseases like Pneumocystis pneumonia.
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HIV possesses a diploid genome that includes 2 molecules of DNA.
HIV possesses a diploid genome that includes 2 molecules of DNA.
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The protein p24 acts as the capsid protein in HIV.
The protein p24 acts as the capsid protein in HIV.
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Heterozygous CCR5 mutation results in complete immunity to HIV infection.
Heterozygous CCR5 mutation results in complete immunity to HIV infection.
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HIV-1 NAT is used to confirm an acute infection when the initial tests are positive.
HIV-1 NAT is used to confirm an acute infection when the initial tests are positive.
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Gp120 is responsible for facilitating the fusion of HIV with host cells.
Gp120 is responsible for facilitating the fusion of HIV with host cells.
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Infants testing for HIV can rely entirely on antibody tests due to maternal antibodies.
Infants testing for HIV can rely entirely on antibody tests due to maternal antibodies.
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A negative result from the HIV-1/2 antibodies and p24 antigen immunoassay suggests no HIV infection.
A negative result from the HIV-1/2 antibodies and p24 antigen immunoassay suggests no HIV infection.
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The presence of HIV-2 antibodies always indicates an active infection.
The presence of HIV-2 antibodies always indicates an active infection.
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RT-PCR can be used to quantify viral RNA for monitoring treatment effectiveness.
RT-PCR can be used to quantify viral RNA for monitoring treatment effectiveness.
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Positive differentiation tests for HIV only indicate HIV-1 infection.
Positive differentiation tests for HIV only indicate HIV-1 infection.
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CCR5 is a coreceptor found on T cells, involved in early infection of HIV.
CCR5 is a coreceptor found on T cells, involved in early infection of HIV.
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The HIV-1/2 antibodies and p24 antigen combination immunoassay is used as the initial test for HIV.
The HIV-1/2 antibodies and p24 antigen combination immunoassay is used as the initial test for HIV.
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Reverse Transcriptase is responsible for converting genomic RNA into double-stranded RNA.
Reverse Transcriptase is responsible for converting genomic RNA into double-stranded RNA.
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A positive HIV-1 NAT indicates the presence of active HIV-1 infection.
A positive HIV-1 NAT indicates the presence of active HIV-1 infection.
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Integrase is a key enzyme that cleaves viral polyproteins during HIV maturation.
Integrase is a key enzyme that cleaves viral polyproteins during HIV maturation.
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HIV testing in infants can proceed with standard antibody tests due to maternal antibodies.
HIV testing in infants can proceed with standard antibody tests due to maternal antibodies.
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Positive differentiation testing for HIV can indicate the presence of both HIV-1 and HIV-2.
Positive differentiation testing for HIV can indicate the presence of both HIV-1 and HIV-2.
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The cleavage of gp120 and gp41 is necessary for the attachment and entry of HIV into host cells.
The cleavage of gp120 and gp41 is necessary for the attachment and entry of HIV into host cells.
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Heterozygous CCR5 mutation leads to faster progression of HIV infection compared to homozygous mutation.
Heterozygous CCR5 mutation leads to faster progression of HIV infection compared to homozygous mutation.
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The p24 protein serves as the matrix protein in the HIV structure.
The p24 protein serves as the matrix protein in the HIV structure.
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Study Notes
HIV Overview
- HIV possesses a diploid genome containing two RNA molecules.
- Unique structural genes encode various proteins essential for the virus's lifecycle and functions.
Structural Genes and Proteins
-
Env (Envelope Glycoproteins):
- Cleaved from gp160 to form gp120, which binds to CD4+ T cells.
- Gp41 facilitates fusion and entry into host cells.
-
gag (Group-Specific Antigen Proteins):
- p24 serves as the capsid protein.
- p17 acts as the matrix protein.
-
pol (Polymerase):
- Produces vital enzymes including:
- Reverse Transcriptase for synthesizing double-stranded DNA (dsDNA) from RNA.
- Integrase, which inserts dsDNA into the host genome.
- Protease, responsible for cleaving viral polyproteins during maturation.
- Produces vital enzymes including:
Viral Replication
- HIV uses reverse transcriptase to convert its RNA genome into dsDNA, which integrates into the host cell's genome.
Viral Binding and Entry
- Virus attaches to CD4 receptors on host cells and requires a coreceptor for entry:
- CCR5: Present on macrophages, important for early stages of infection.
- CXCR4: Found on T cells, critical for the later stages of infection.
CCR5 Mutation and Resistance
- Homozygous CCR5 mutation grants immunity to HIV infection.
- Heterozygous CCR5 mutation results in a slower infection progression.
Initial Testing Protocol
- The HIV-1/2 antibodies and p24 antigen combination immunoassay is the preliminary testing method.
- Positive results lead to further differentiation through the HIV-1/HIV-2 antibody differentiation immunoassay.
- A negative result indicates no HIV infection, although early infections might not be detected.
Differentiation Testing
- Positive results can indicate infection with HIV-1, HIV-2, or both.
- In indeterminate cases, HIV-1 NAT is recommended for identifying acute infection.
HIV NAT (Nucleic Acid Testing)
- A positive result confirms acute HIV-1 infection.
- A negative result indicates no HIV-1 infection.
Additional Testing Information
- HIV-1/2 Ag/Ab immunoassays detect p24 antigen and IgG/IgM antibodies, but may miss infections within the first two weeks.
- Confirmatory tests include differentiating reactive screening tests, while NAAT identifies HIV in antibody-negative cases and RT-PCR quantifies viral load.
- Western blot tests are outdated as confirmatory tests.
- Testing infants for HIV requires caution as maternal antibodies can affect results; viral load testing is preferred.
- An AIDS diagnosis is based on CD4 count or presence of specific AIDS-defining conditions like Pneumocystis pneumonia.
HIV Diagnostic Tests
-
Initial Immunoassay:
- Detects HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies along with p24 antigen.
-
Differentiation Immunoassay Outcomes:
- Identifies specific infections and guides further testing such as HIV-1 NAT.
Key Test Indicators
- Green Circle: Indicates reactive results.
- Orange Circle: Indicates nonreactive results.
- Blue Rectangle: Represents nucleic acid testing (NAT).
- Purple Diamond: Indicates diagnostic tests.
- Light Green Square: True positive tests.
- Light Red Square: True negative tests.
HIV Structure
-
Envelope Proteins: Acquired via budding from the host cell membrane, including:
- Gp120 (docking glycoprotein)
- Gp41 (transmembrane glycoprotein)
-
Core Viral Components:
- p17 (matrix protein)
- p24 (capsid protein)
- Lipid Envelope surrounds the viral RNA and proteins.
- Reverse Transcriptase plays a critical role in HIV’s replication process.
HIV Overview
- HIV possesses a diploid genome containing two RNA molecules.
- Unique structural genes encode various proteins essential for the virus's lifecycle and functions.
Structural Genes and Proteins
-
Env (Envelope Glycoproteins):
- Cleaved from gp160 to form gp120, which binds to CD4+ T cells.
- Gp41 facilitates fusion and entry into host cells.
-
gag (Group-Specific Antigen Proteins):
- p24 serves as the capsid protein.
- p17 acts as the matrix protein.
-
pol (Polymerase):
- Produces vital enzymes including:
- Reverse Transcriptase for synthesizing double-stranded DNA (dsDNA) from RNA.
- Integrase, which inserts dsDNA into the host genome.
- Protease, responsible for cleaving viral polyproteins during maturation.
- Produces vital enzymes including:
Viral Replication
- HIV uses reverse transcriptase to convert its RNA genome into dsDNA, which integrates into the host cell's genome.
Viral Binding and Entry
- Virus attaches to CD4 receptors on host cells and requires a coreceptor for entry:
- CCR5: Present on macrophages, important for early stages of infection.
- CXCR4: Found on T cells, critical for the later stages of infection.
CCR5 Mutation and Resistance
- Homozygous CCR5 mutation grants immunity to HIV infection.
- Heterozygous CCR5 mutation results in a slower infection progression.
Initial Testing Protocol
- The HIV-1/2 antibodies and p24 antigen combination immunoassay is the preliminary testing method.
- Positive results lead to further differentiation through the HIV-1/HIV-2 antibody differentiation immunoassay.
- A negative result indicates no HIV infection, although early infections might not be detected.
Differentiation Testing
- Positive results can indicate infection with HIV-1, HIV-2, or both.
- In indeterminate cases, HIV-1 NAT is recommended for identifying acute infection.
HIV NAT (Nucleic Acid Testing)
- A positive result confirms acute HIV-1 infection.
- A negative result indicates no HIV-1 infection.
Additional Testing Information
- HIV-1/2 Ag/Ab immunoassays detect p24 antigen and IgG/IgM antibodies, but may miss infections within the first two weeks.
- Confirmatory tests include differentiating reactive screening tests, while NAAT identifies HIV in antibody-negative cases and RT-PCR quantifies viral load.
- Western blot tests are outdated as confirmatory tests.
- Testing infants for HIV requires caution as maternal antibodies can affect results; viral load testing is preferred.
- An AIDS diagnosis is based on CD4 count or presence of specific AIDS-defining conditions like Pneumocystis pneumonia.
HIV Diagnostic Tests
-
Initial Immunoassay:
- Detects HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies along with p24 antigen.
-
Differentiation Immunoassay Outcomes:
- Identifies specific infections and guides further testing such as HIV-1 NAT.
Key Test Indicators
- Green Circle: Indicates reactive results.
- Orange Circle: Indicates nonreactive results.
- Blue Rectangle: Represents nucleic acid testing (NAT).
- Purple Diamond: Indicates diagnostic tests.
- Light Green Square: True positive tests.
- Light Red Square: True negative tests.
HIV Structure
-
Envelope Proteins: Acquired via budding from the host cell membrane, including:
- Gp120 (docking glycoprotein)
- Gp41 (transmembrane glycoprotein)
-
Core Viral Components:
- p17 (matrix protein)
- p24 (capsid protein)
- Lipid Envelope surrounds the viral RNA and proteins.
- Reverse Transcriptase plays a critical role in HIV’s replication process.
HIV Overview
- HIV possesses a diploid genome containing two RNA molecules.
- Unique structural genes encode various proteins essential for the virus's lifecycle and functions.
Structural Genes and Proteins
-
Env (Envelope Glycoproteins):
- Cleaved from gp160 to form gp120, which binds to CD4+ T cells.
- Gp41 facilitates fusion and entry into host cells.
-
gag (Group-Specific Antigen Proteins):
- p24 serves as the capsid protein.
- p17 acts as the matrix protein.
-
pol (Polymerase):
- Produces vital enzymes including:
- Reverse Transcriptase for synthesizing double-stranded DNA (dsDNA) from RNA.
- Integrase, which inserts dsDNA into the host genome.
- Protease, responsible for cleaving viral polyproteins during maturation.
- Produces vital enzymes including:
Viral Replication
- HIV uses reverse transcriptase to convert its RNA genome into dsDNA, which integrates into the host cell's genome.
Viral Binding and Entry
- Virus attaches to CD4 receptors on host cells and requires a coreceptor for entry:
- CCR5: Present on macrophages, important for early stages of infection.
- CXCR4: Found on T cells, critical for the later stages of infection.
CCR5 Mutation and Resistance
- Homozygous CCR5 mutation grants immunity to HIV infection.
- Heterozygous CCR5 mutation results in a slower infection progression.
Initial Testing Protocol
- The HIV-1/2 antibodies and p24 antigen combination immunoassay is the preliminary testing method.
- Positive results lead to further differentiation through the HIV-1/HIV-2 antibody differentiation immunoassay.
- A negative result indicates no HIV infection, although early infections might not be detected.
Differentiation Testing
- Positive results can indicate infection with HIV-1, HIV-2, or both.
- In indeterminate cases, HIV-1 NAT is recommended for identifying acute infection.
HIV NAT (Nucleic Acid Testing)
- A positive result confirms acute HIV-1 infection.
- A negative result indicates no HIV-1 infection.
Additional Testing Information
- HIV-1/2 Ag/Ab immunoassays detect p24 antigen and IgG/IgM antibodies, but may miss infections within the first two weeks.
- Confirmatory tests include differentiating reactive screening tests, while NAAT identifies HIV in antibody-negative cases and RT-PCR quantifies viral load.
- Western blot tests are outdated as confirmatory tests.
- Testing infants for HIV requires caution as maternal antibodies can affect results; viral load testing is preferred.
- An AIDS diagnosis is based on CD4 count or presence of specific AIDS-defining conditions like Pneumocystis pneumonia.
HIV Diagnostic Tests
-
Initial Immunoassay:
- Detects HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies along with p24 antigen.
-
Differentiation Immunoassay Outcomes:
- Identifies specific infections and guides further testing such as HIV-1 NAT.
Key Test Indicators
- Green Circle: Indicates reactive results.
- Orange Circle: Indicates nonreactive results.
- Blue Rectangle: Represents nucleic acid testing (NAT).
- Purple Diamond: Indicates diagnostic tests.
- Light Green Square: True positive tests.
- Light Red Square: True negative tests.
HIV Structure
-
Envelope Proteins: Acquired via budding from the host cell membrane, including:
- Gp120 (docking glycoprotein)
- Gp41 (transmembrane glycoprotein)
-
Core Viral Components:
- p17 (matrix protein)
- p24 (capsid protein)
- Lipid Envelope surrounds the viral RNA and proteins.
- Reverse Transcriptase plays a critical role in HIV’s replication process.
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This quiz tests your knowledge on the diploid genome of HIV and its structural genes. Learn about the role of envelope glycoproteins, group-specific antigens, and key viral enzymes. Assess your understanding of the complexities of HIV's molecular structure.
