Which of the following diseases results in an acquired or secondary immunodeficiency?

A. HIV infection
B. Bruton's tyrosine kinase deficiency
C. Leukocyte adhesion deficiency
D. Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome


Ans: A. HIV infection

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