The First Detectable Sign of HIV Infection in the Body

question 75

Multiple Choice

The first detectable sign of HIV infection in the body is

• A)weight loss,weakness,and diarrhea.
• B)the presence of HIV antibodies in the blood.
• C)the presence of HIV itself in the blood.
• D)the proliferation of macrophages and B-cells.

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Definitions:

Annelids

A phylum of invertebrate worms characterized by segmented bodies and often found in moist environments; includes earthworms, leeches, and polychaetes.

Arthropods

represent the largest phylum of animals, including insects, arachnids, and crustaceans, characterized by exoskeletons and segmented bodies.

Oligochaete

A subclass of annelid worms, characterized by having few chaetae (bristles) per segment, such as earthworms.

Hydrostatic Skeleton

A structure in many soft-bodied animals that provides support and movement through the pressure of fluid within the body cavity.