The Median Time from Primary Infection to the Development of AIDS

question 9

Multiple Choice

The median time from primary infection to the development of AIDS in untreated patients is about ________ following HIV exposure.

• A) 2 to 6 weeks
• B) 6 months
• C) 2 to 3 years
• D) 10 years

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