Which of the following is true regarding perinatal transmission of HIV?
A. Women in the United States are not routinely offered HIV testing during pregnancy, but they should request it if they feel they are at risk.
B. Breast feeding is not a risk for HIV transmission, and women with HIV infection in the United States are encouraged to breast feed.
C. The risk of transmission from mother to child can be significantly reduced by the use of antiretroviral medication during pregnancy and delivery.
D. The risk of perinatal HIV transmission only occurs at the time of delivery.
C. The risk of transmission from mother to child can be significantly reduced by the use of antiretroviral medication during pregnancy and delivery.
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