Practice mode Acellular Life (Viruses)

Which cells of the immune system are the principal target of HIV?

Correct answer A. Helper T lymphocytes carrying CD4

Explanation

HIV binds to the CD4 receptor present mainly on helper T cells (and some macrophages), destroying them and weakening the immune response.

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