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Rev cubana med 2013; 52 (2)

Clinical interpretation of the CD4 positive T lymphocytes count in HIV infection

Noda AAL, Vidal TLA, Pérez LJE, Cañete VR

Language: Spanish
References: 42
Page: 118-127
PDF size: 53.66 Kb.


ABSTRACT

The main consequence of persistent replication of the human immunodeficiency virus is the gradual reduction of CD4 positive T lymphocytes, what eventually leads to the loss of immunological competence. The CD4 positive T lymphocytes count by means of flow cytometry is considered an essential part in medical attention and a parameter to identify the disease as well as a useful guide to clinical treatment. Numerous factors, besides the infection by the human immunodeficiency virus, can influence in the CD4 positive T lymphocytes. The changes in this parameter, generated by these factors, do not indicate real modifications in the immunological status of the patient and should be interpreted with caution.


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