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HIV that causes AIDS, first starts destroying:

1. Leucocytes
2. Helper T- Lymphocytes
3. Thrombocytes
4. B- Lymphocytes

Correct answer: Helper T- Lymphocytes

Solution

HIV primarily infects CD4+ helper T lymphocytes, which are central to activating other immune cells. Their destruction leads to progressive immune failure and AIDS.

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