Question

Which one of the following statements is correct with respect to AIDS?

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

Answer 1

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

HIV enters macrophages and CD4+ T cells and starts replicating its genetic material by using cell's machinery and thus, reducing the number os cells.
Thus, the correct answer is option A.