Human immunodeficiency virus

Viruses

Human immunodeficiency viruses (HIVs) are two species of Lentivirus, a subgroup of retrovirus, that infect humans. HIV primarily infects immune cells including CD4+ T cells, macrophages, and dendritic cells. Untreated infection can progressively weaken the immune system and lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), increasing susceptibility to opportunistic infections and cancers. HIV is commonly sexually transmitted and can also be transmitted through certain bodily fluids, from mother to infant, or through breast milk.

Classification: Two species of Lentivirus, a subgroup of retrovirus
Disease caused: Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
Cells infected: Helper T cells, macrophages, and dendritic cells

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Article: HIV (English Wikipedia)
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