T-helper cells have a molecule known as ____ on their surface that enables them to respond to the targeted antigen. It is important to note that, in reverse of the normal process, the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) attacks the ____ T cells, which can then lead to an eventual compromise of the immune system against opportunistic infections.

A.
CD4

B.
IgE

C.
IgA

D.
CD8

1 answer

T-helper cells have a molecule known as CD4 on their surface that enables them to respond to the targeted antigen. It is important to note that, in reverse of the normal process, the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) attacks the CD4 T cells, which can then lead to an eventual compromise of the immune system against opportunistic infections.

So the correct answer is:

A. CD4