Question 1

What is the main difference between HIV-1 and HIV-2?

Accepted Answer

The main difference is HIV-2 is characterised by lower transmissibility and reduced likelihood of progression to AIDS

Question 2

What is the difference between HIV and ADIS?

Accepted Answer

AIDS is the late stage of HIV infection that occurs when the body's immune system is badly damaged because of the virus.

Question 3

What does CD4 count indicate in HIV treatment?

Accepted Answer

The CD4 cell count is an indicator of immune function in patients living with HIV

Question 4

Does an eliza test detect only HIV or aids as well?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) tests a patient's blood sample for antibodies.

Question 5

Will an HIV test detect AIDS?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 6

How to know my actual HIV status?

Accepted Answer

Get yourself tested

Question 7

What is the definition of HIV-1 subtype C?

Accepted Answer

Human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) subtype C (C-HIV) is the most prevalent form of HIV-1 globally, accounting for approximately 50% of infections worldwide.

Question 8

Can prednisone affect the HIV antibody test?

Accepted Answer

No it does not slow down results

Question 9

Is the Windows period for HIV-1 and HIV-2 the same?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 10

Why is CD4 lower but my HIV test is negative?

Accepted Answer

This means the level of HIV in your blood is so low that it doesn't show up in tests. You still have the virus.

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