To investigate which HIV-1 genetic forms are circulating in Angola, we have determined the gag and/or env genotypes of 48 isolates from patients living in Cabinda and Luanda provinces. The following subtypes were identified: A(1) (18 samples, 38%), C (7,
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 indica
The viral load assays AMPLICOR HIV-1 Monitor Test 1.5, Nuclisens HIV-1 QT, and Quantiplex HIV RNA 3.0 (bDNA) were evaluated for their abilities to quantify human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) RNA in 64 plasma samples from 21 children infected in P