AIPMT PRELIMS 2006 Zoology HIV/AIDS MCQ Question with Solution

HIV that causes AIDS, first starts destroying:

A

B⁻lymphocytes

B

leucocytes

C

thrombocytes

D

helper T⁻lymphocytes

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

HIV primarily targets and destroys helper T⁻lymphocytes (CD₄ cells), weakening the immune system.

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