Microbiology: An Introduction (13th Edition)
Microbiology: An Introduction (13th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134605180
Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case, Derek Weber, Warner Bair
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 19, Problem 3A
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To write:

AIDS is immunodeficiency syndrome and the immune response.

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AIDS is an immunodeficiency disorder with the production of antibodies.

Introduction:

AIDS as the name suggests, it is Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. It is caused by HIV virus. It directly infects the T helper cells and indirectly affects the immune system.

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