Structure of HIV
- The structure of HIV is very complex. The HIV virus is covered with a lipid membrane, called Envelop. This Lipid membrane is originated from the plasma of the host cell which is infected. This cover carries out various glycoproteins and enters the host cell.
- There are some viral genetic materials that are surrounded by a protein shell. This protein shell is called Capasid. Capasid is made up of capasid protin. It works as a safeguard of viral RNA from degradation.
- HIV contains RNA virus. An enzyme, named reverse transcriptase, is comprised of this virus. This enzyme helps to convert viral RNA into DNA at the early stage of the infection.
- The single-stranded RNA of the HIV virus carries out necessary genetic information for replication and produces viral proteins.
- Single-stranded RNA is covered up by a matrix protein. it helps to stabilize the structure of the HIV virus.
HIV Full Form – Human Immunodeficiency Virus
HIV Full Form – Human Immunodeficiency Virus: The full form of HIV is Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Immune cells are susceptible to HIV. It makes an individual more susceptible to other illnesses and infections. HIV is spread through sharing injection equipment or through direct contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person. HIV is spread most frequently during unprotected sex (sex without the use of a condom or HIV medication to prevent or treat HIV). HIV can develop into AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) if it is not treated. Human bodies are unable to rid themselves of HIV. There is no effective HIV treatment available today.
Antiretroviral therapy, also known as ART, is the only effective HIV treatment option. If taken as directed, HIV medication can significantly lower the viral load in the blood. This method is known as Viral suppression. It is referred to as having an undetectable viral load if a person’s viral load is so low that a typical lab cannot detect it. HIV-positive individuals can lead long, healthy lives and prevent the spread of the virus through sex to HIV-negative partners by taking their HIV medications as directed and maintaining an undetectable viral load.
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