HIV-infected cells can fuse with a neighboring cell, resulting in the formation of a giant multinucleate cell called a(n):

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HIV-infected cells can fuse with neighboring cells, leading to the formation of a syncytium. This occurs as the virus infects and damages the immune cells responsible for fighting off infections, resulting in weakened immune response and increased susceptibility to other infections. The formation of the syncytium is one of the characteristic features of HIV infection. Choices A, C, D, and E are unrelated to the process described in the question.

HIV-Infected Cells Can Fuse with a Neighboring Cell, Resulting in the Formation