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Identify that the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a pathogen responsible for causing an STI.

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Identify that the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a pathogen responsible for causing an STI

  • This point belongs to Sexually transmitted infections, especially Sexually transmitted infections outcomes.
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HIV and STIs

HIV is a virus that can be passed from one person to another through sexual contact, causing an infection that affects the immune system.

  1. a

    Identify the type of pathogen HIV is.

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  2. b

    State the type of infection caused by HIV.

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