Question

Among these, the statement that is true with respect to HIV/AIDS is

• A. The causative HIV retrovirus enters helper T- lymphocytes thus reducing their numbers
• B. The HIV can be transmitted by sharing food with an infected person
• C. Drug addicts are least susceptible to HIV infection
• D. AIDS patients can be fully cured with proper care and nutrition

Answer 1

The correct option is A The causative HIV retrovirus enters helper T- lymphocytes thus reducing their numbers

A. AIDS is caused by the destruction of CD-4 bearing T-cells and other cells by HIV, over a period of years. The final stage of this process is marked by a low level of helper T-cells and opportunistic diseases characteristic of a deficient cell-mediated immune response. Hence statement A is correct.

B. HIV is transmitted when there is transfer of blood from an infected person to a healthy person, through any means. Hence statement B is incorrect.

C. Drug addicts are more susceptible to HIV infection as they use syringes for drugs and the infected syringes may transfer HIV infection in them. Hence statement C is incorrect.

D. AIDS can't be cured. The time period between the infection of HIV and its effects on body, can be increased with the help of medicines but HIV can never be cured fully. Hence statement D is incorrect.

So, the correct answer is 'The causative HIV retrovirus enters helper T- lymphocytes thus reducing their numbers'.