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What is the main difference between HIV-1 and HIV-2?

What is the main difference between HIV-1 and HIV-2?

The main difference is HIV-2 is characterised by lower transmissibility and reduced likelihood of progression to AIDS

Last updated on 04 Jul 2023

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Is the Windows period for HIV-1 and HIV-2 the same?

Yes

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Does an eliza test detect only HIV or aids as well?

Yes. The enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) tests a patient's blood sample for antibodies.

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What is the difference between HIV and ADIS?

AIDS is the late stage of HIV infection that occurs when the body's immune system is badly damaged because of the virus.

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What is the main difference between HIV-1 and HIV-2?

The main difference is HIV-2 is characterised by lower transmissibility and reduced likelihood of progression to AIDS

Last updated on 04 Jul 2023

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Why is CD4 lower but my HIV test is negative?

This means the level of HIV in your blood is so low that it doesn't show up in tests. You still have the virus.

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