Which Statement Is TRUE Regarding Infants Born to HIV-Infected Mothers

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which statement is TRUE regarding infants born to HIV-infected mothers?

• A) Infants usually test negative for HIV after birth.
• B) There is little risk of infected mothers passing the virus to their infants during delivery.
• C) Breast milk does not contain HIV or antibodies.
• D) Infants test positive for HIV because of the presence of maternal antibodies.

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