Campbell Biology Concepts & Connections Second Custom Edition For Tacoma Community College
Campbell Biology Concepts & Connections Second Custom Edition For Tacoma Community College
8th Edition
ISBN: 9781269959810
Author: Reece
Publisher: PEARSON C
Question
Book Icon
Chapter 24, Problem 6TYK
Summary Introduction

To determine:

The way in which HIV is transmitted, and the effect on the immune cells of the HIV infected person. The effective measures to prevent HIV.

Concept introduction:

HIV or human immunodeficiency virus is a virus that infects the body and causes AIDS or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. It is a retrovirus that is transmitted via sexual contact or through the transfer of body fluids. The HIV causes the immune cells specifically CD4 lymphocytes that reduce the immune efficiency of the body.

Blurred answer
Students have asked these similar questions
Explain why HIV targets certain cell types, and describe the ?effects this virus has on the immune system?
What is the difference between HIV and AIDS? Include some symptoms associated with each.
Which are the major routes of transmission of HIV are through?
Knowledge Booster
Background pattern image
Similar questions
Recommended textbooks for you
Text book image
Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap ...
Biology
ISBN:9781285866932
Author:Lauralee Sherwood
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Ebk:Nutrition & Diet Therapy
Health & Nutrition
ISBN:9780357391747
Author:DEBRUYNE
Publisher:Cengage