HIV can be transmitted from mother to infant. Describe how the risk of a mother transmitting HIV to their infant can be reduced. ............................................................................................................................................... . ............................................................................................................................................... . ............................................................................................................................................... . ............................................................................................................................................... . .........................................................................................................................................

Biology

IGCSE&ALevel

CAIE

Exam No：0610_w24_qp_43 Year：2024 Question No：3(a)

Answer:

16.7.1 Define sexually transmitted infection as an infection that is transmitted via body fluids through sexual contact

16.7.2 State that human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is an example of an STI

16.7.3 Explain how the spread of STIs is controlled

16.7.4 Describe the methods of transmission of HIV

16.7.5 State that HIV infection may lead to AIDS

16.7.6 Outline how HIV affects the immune system, limited to decreased lymphocyte numbers and reduced ability to produce antibodies