Biology Acellular Life MDCAT 2016
PMDC Verified Question 67 of 70
AIDS is caused by:
A
Fungi
B
Virus
C
Bacteria
D
Alga
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option B: Virus
Concept:

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) represents the advanced stage of a specific infection.

Solution:

  • AIDS is caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).


Why other options are incorrect:

  • Fungi, Bacteria, Alga: While AIDS patients may die from secondary fungal or bacterial infections due to immunodeficiency, the underlying cause of the syndrome is viral.

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