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What is the main difference between HIV-1 and HIV-2?
The main difference is HIV-2 is characterised by lower transmissibility and reduced likelihood of progression to AIDS
Last updated on 04 Jul 2023
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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.
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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