Q188 / 200 · NEET 2006 · Zoology

HIV that causes AIDS, first starts destroying:

  • Correct answer
    A
    helper T-lymphocytes
  • B
    B-lymphocytes
  • C
    leucocytes
  • D
    thrombocytes

Solution

Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is caused by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). $\mathrm{T}_4$ lymphocytes are the principal target cells of HIV.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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