Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
15th Edition
ISBN: 9780134261928
Author: Michael T. Madigan, Kelly S. Bender, Daniel H. Buckley, W. Matthew Sattley, David A. Stahl
Publisher: PEARSON
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A spectrum of conditions caused by infection with HIV (Human immunodeficiency virus) is called as human immunodeficiency virus infection or acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). The HIV is spread by hypodermic needles, contaminated blood transfusions, and unprotected sex and from mother to child during delivery, pregnancy or breast-feeding.

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