What cells are the primary target of HIV,the virus that causes AIDS?
A)cytotoxic T lymphocytes
B)helper T lymphocytes
C)B lymphocytes
D)macrophages
E)regulatory T lymphocytes

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Helper T lymphocytes, also known as CD4+ T cells, are the primary target of HIV. The virus binds to and enters these cells, leading to their destruction and impairment of the immune system, ultimately resulting in AIDS.

What Cells Are the Primary Target of HIV,the Virus That