What percentage of untreated HIV positive pregnant women will pass the virus on to their babies?

Name: What percentage of untreated HIV positive pregnant women will pass the virus on to their babies?
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Without treatment, approximately 25-33% of HIV positive pregnant women will pass the virus on to their babies during pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding. With appropriate medical management and antiretroviral therapy, the risk of transmission can be reduced to below 5%.

What Percentage of Untreated HIV Positive Pregnant Women Will Pass