To detect the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), most laboratory tests focus on:
a. HIV virus.
b. HIV antibodies.
c. CD4 counts.
d. CD8 counts.
B
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A The screening tool used to detect HIV is the enzyme immunoassay, which tests for the presence of antibodies to the HIV virus. CD4 counts are associated with the incidence of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) in HIV-infected individuals.
B The screening tool used to detect HIV is the enzyme immunoassay, which tests for the presence of antibodies to the HIV virus.
C The screening tool used to detect HIV is the enzyme immunoassay, which tests for the presence of antibodies to the HIV virus. CD4 counts are associated with the incidence of AIDS in HIV-infected individuals.
D The screening tool used to detect HIV is the enzyme immunoassay, which tests for the presence of antibodies to the HIV virus. CD4 counts are associated with the incidence of AIDS in HIV-infected individuals.
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