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organogenesis – the process of development of baby’s main organs. This period is the first 12 weeks in the womb.

encephalopathy – degenerative brain function or disease

iPrEP (intermittent Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) – using HIV drugs to before a possible exposure to HIV, to reduce the chance of infection. iPrEP refers to taking a reducing dosing shecdule based on when you are likely to be exposed. PrEP usually refers to a daily treatment.

in-vivo – a study carried out in humans.

bDNA – branched DNA. A type of viral load test.