Which is caused by a virus that primarily infects a specific subset of T lymphocytes, the CD4? T cells?
A) Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome
B) Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
C) Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
D) Severe combined immunodeficiency disease

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AIDS is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which primarily attacks the CD4? T cells. Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome, idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, and severe combined immunodeficiency disease are not viral illnesses.

Which Is Caused by a Virus That Primarily Infects a Specific