Describe the significance of the ccr5 gene

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Describe the significance of the CCR5 gene in rendering resistance to HIV infection in certain individuals. We discussed this in detail in class. Be sure to mention how this all relates to the infection cycle of HIV and how this trait may have been selected.

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