Campbell Biology
Campbell Biology
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780135188743
Author: Urry
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 43, Problem 43.4CR
Summary Introduction

To review: whether the HIV infection is the same as AIDS.

Concept introduction:

The term “HIV” refers to “Human Immunodeficiency Virus”. It is a pathogen that attacks the adaptive immune response.

The term “AIDS” refers to “Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome”. This is a syndrome of many diseases caused by the deficiency of defense mechanism of the body.

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