What Indicates That a Patient Has Entered the Third Stage

question 23

Multiple Choice

What indicates that a patient has entered the third stage of HIV infection?

• A) T-helper CD4 cell count of 500
• B) Rise in antibody count
• C) Drop in viral load
• D) Increase in T4 helper cells

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Definitions:

Ovum

A female reproductive cell or egg, which when fertilized by a sperm, can develop into an embryo.

Elbow

A joint that connects the forearm to the upper arm, allowing for a range of movements including bending and straightening.

Closer

Positioned near or nearer to the end of a process, sequence, or lifecycle, often implying a role in concluding or finalizing.

Body Structure

The physical and anatomical makeup of a living organism, including its organs, tissues, and cells.