In the classification of Retroviruses, the virus that attracts most researchers attention is none other than the Human Immuno Virus(HIV). Till now, there's no known cure available for AIDs.

HIV virus is under family of Lentivirus.

• Spherical enveloped virion
• 2 copies linear plus sense single stranded RNA
• Non tumour forming

Aids cause destruction of CD4 + T cells

Transmission through sexual contact, blood and blood products or during pregnancy.

Video below shows the HIV life cycle. If it does not appear, click the link below

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9leO28ydyfU

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