6.5 Viruses in Microbiology II Part 3 Flashcards
1
Q
What happens to the newly formed complementary DNA strand in HIV in the host cell?
A
transported to the nucleus and integrated into hosts DNA
2
Q
How do you treat those infected with HIV?
A
regiment of anti-retroviral medicines to combat the viruses ability to reproduce
3
Q
What can occur if HIV is left untreated?
A
can develop acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
4
Q
What is AIDS?
A
severe loss of the body’s immunity
5
Q
How many people are currently living with HIV?
A
37 million
6
Q
How can HIV be transmitted?
A
blood, semen, vaginal secretions, breastmilk
7
Q
What is ART?
A
anti-retroviral therapy
