Multiple choice

Which of the following is a consequence of the infection of Th cells by HIV?

  1. Increase in production of antibodies

  2. Susceptability to opportunistic infections

  3. Immunity agains opportunistic infections

  4. Increase in production of B-cells
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B Correct answer
Explanation

HIV infects and destroys helper T cells (Th cells), which play a central role in coordinating the immune response. The loss of these cells severely weakens the immune system, making the body highly susceptible to opportunistic infections that a healthy immune system would easily fight off.

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