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Gerald is admitted to the hospital because he has pneumonia. His blood work shows a low number of T-cells. The doctor wants to order a test to see if Gerald is HIV positive. Why would the doctor do this?

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Answered by kalandhari18
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Answer:

t cells play a major role in maintaining gud immunity.when he is lacking t cells,it might be a sign of HIV too.pneumonia is a symptom of HIV virus.

Answered by akshitaarya147
1

Explanation:

because HIV attacks on immune system (T-cells) T-cells also known as helper cells. when HIV destroys this cell, it becomes harder for that patient's body to fight off other infections..

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