HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS TYPE 1 (HIV-1)

1. The retrovirus isolated and recognized as the etiologic (i.e., causing or contributing to the cause of a disease) agent of AIDS. HIV-1 is classified as a lentivirus in a subgroup of retroviruses. See also Lentivirus; Retrovirus. 2. Most viruses and all bacteria, plants and animals have genetic codes made up of DNA, which uses RNA to build specific proteins. The genetic material of a retrovirus such as HIV is the RNA itself. HIV inserts its own RNA into the host cell's DNA, preventing the host cell from carrying out its natural functions and turning it into an HIV virus factory. See also DNA; Ribonucleic Acid.
(25)
This site is intended for general information only. The information provided on this site does not constitute medical advice and should not be relied upon. You should not act or refrain from acting on any legal or medical matter based on the content of this site.
© 2006-2025 medpill.info Last Updated On: 06/10/2025 (0.01)
×
Wait 20 seconds...!!!