About The Medical Condition Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome

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Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome

Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome?

An acquired defect of cellular immunity associated with infection by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), a CD4-positive T-lymphocyte count under 200 cells/microliter or less than 14% of total lymphocytes, and increased susceptibility to opportunistic infections and malignant neoplasms. Clinical manifestations also include emaciation (wasting) and dementia. These elements reflect criteria for AIDS as defined by the CDC in 1993.

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