The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes the disease known as AIDS selectively infects ________, which leads to clinical problems.
A) B cells
B) plasma cells
C) cytotoxic T cells
D) helper T cells
E) suppressor T cells

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HIV selectively infects and damages helper T cells, which play a crucial role in the immune response by activating and coordinating both the humoral and cell-mediated immune responses. As helper T cells are progressively destroyed by the virus, the individual becomes increasingly vulnerable to opportunistic infections and cancers.

The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) That Causes the Disease Known