HIV Destroys the Immune System by Primarily Destroying

question 34

Multiple Choice

HIV destroys the immune system by primarily destroying

• A)cytotoxic T cells.
• B)B cells.
• C)helper T cells.
• D)erythrocytes.

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Definitions:

Temporary Center

A transient focal point or hub characterized by a particular activity or function, which is not permanent.

Blood Cells

Components of blood, including red cells carrying oxygen, white cells defending against infection, and platelets aiding in clotting.

Yolk Sac

One of the extraembryonic membranes; a pouchlike outgrowth of the digestive tract of embryos of certain vertebrates (e.g., birds) that grows around the yolk and digests it. Embryonic blood cells are formed in the mammalian yolk sac, which lacks yolk.

Nuclear Equivalence

The principle suggesting that all somatic cells of an organism have the same genetic material and therefore, in theory, have the potential to develop into any type of cell or even a whole organism.