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HIV
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Definition:
Human immunodeficiency virus. A non-taxonomic and historical term referring to any of two species, specifically and/or . Prior to 1986, this was called human T-lymphotropic virus type III/lymphadenopathy-associated virus (HTLV-III/LAV). From 1986-1990, it was an official species called HIV. Since 1991, HIV was no longer considered an official species name; the two species were designated and .
Synonym(s):
AIDS Virus /
HTLV-III /
Human Immunodeficiency Viruses /
Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus Type III /
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