Glossary

escape mutation – a mutation or change in the genetic structure of HIV that makes it easier to evade the persons immune system (rather than a mutation that stops an HIV drug from working).

viral tropism see tropism.

antibiotic – drug used to treat bacterial infections. Sometimes they work against other kinds of infection.

duration – how long in time.

DNA – an abbreviation for the scientific word for genes and genetic material. It is the abbreviation for deoxyribonucleic acid. See RNA.