HIV and AIDS Flashcards
1
Q
What does HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) do?
A
Attacks and destroys T lymphocytes
2
Q
What does depletion of T Lymphocytes lead to?
A
AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome)
3
Q
What does AIDS mean for affected individuals?
A
Sufferers have a weakened immune system and so are more vulnerable to opportunistic infections
