Which of the following cells are infected in case of HIV infection?
TH-cells
CD+4 cells
All of the above
Macrophages
A
TH-cells
B
Macrophages
C
CD+4 cells
D
All of the above
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The correct option is D All of the above HIV is a human immunodeficiency virus. When a person is infected by the HIV, it causes HIV infection. It affects the immune system of the body. It infects cells of the human immune system, such as helper T (TH) cells (CD4+ T cells), macrophages and dendritic cells. Due to this, it is difficult for the body to fight off other infections.
Thus, the correct answer is 'All of the above.'
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