Abstract
The study of true seronegative HIV-1 infections may have important implications for the diagnosis and prevention of HIV-1 infection. The case of an AIDS patient with persistently negative HIV serology is described. Genetic and phylogenetic analysis indicated that she was infected with an A2 subsubtype HIV-1 transmitted by her seropositive and asymptomatic sexual partner. The clinical and serological discordant results suggest the presence of an immunological deficiency that prevents the formation of HIV-1-specific antibodies.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1071-1074 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | AIDS |
Volume | 18 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 30 Apr 2004 |