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What are the various routes by which transmission of human immuno deficiency virus takes place ?

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HIV is transmitted generally by:
(i) Sexual contact with infected person
(ii) Use of contaminated needles or syringes especially in case of intrevenous drug abusers
(iii) By transfusion of contaminated / infected blood products
(iv) From infected mother to her child through placenta.
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