Which cells of the immune system are the primary targets of the HIV virus?
A)B cells
B)helper T cells
C)cytotoxic T cells
D)antigen-presenting cells
E)all of these cells are affected by HIV

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HIV primarily targets and destroys helper T cells, which are crucial for coordinating the immune response against infections. This depletion of helper T cells eventually leads to AIDS, where the body is unable to fight off infections effectively. While other immune cells can also be affected by HIV, they are not the primary targets.

Which Cells of the Immune System Are the Primary Targets