Glossary

uneven distribution – a term in statistics where most results fall to the left (positive skewness) or right (negative skewness) of the middle of the range.

neonate – a baby that is 0 to 28 days old.

treatment-experienced – someone who has previously used anti-HIV treatments.

febrile – medical word relating to fever

cross-over study – where patients in a study ‘roll-over’ to a second related study. For example, this can be after a fixed period in a study (ie after 48 weeks) or after another event (for example, not having a treatment response).