At which stage of HIV infection does one usually show symptoms of AIDS? (AIPMT 2014)

When HIV damages a large number of helper T - lymphocytes.

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When the viral DNA is produced by reverse transcriptase.

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When the infected retrovirus enters host cells.

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Within 15 days of sexual contact with an infected person.

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The correct option is A When HIV damages a large number of helper T - lymphocytes.
AIDS is a disorder of the cell-mediated immune system of the body. Virus responsible for AIDS is HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). There is a reduction in the number of helper T-cells which stimulate antibody production by B-cells. This results in the loss of natural defence against viral infection.

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