Which of the following abbreviations is a genetic condition?
a. ELISA
b. HIV
c. PCP
d. SCIDS
d
Explanation:
a. ELISA: stands for "enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay"
b. HIV: stands for "human immunodeficiency virus"
c. PCP: stands for "Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia"
d. SCIDS: correct; stands for "severe combined immunodeficiency syndrome"
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