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For example, a virus such as canarypox virus (which does not
cause disease in humans) can be genetically engineered so that it
produces specific HIV proteins. The modified canarypox virus can
then be tested as an experimental HIV vaccine.

Genital Ulcer Disease
Sores on the genitals, usually caused by a sexually transmitted
disease (STD), such as herpes, syphilis, or chancroid. The presence
of genital ulcers may increase the risk of becoming infected with HIV
G through sexual intercourse.

Genital Warts
Also known as condyloma acuminatum and venereal warts.
Growths or bumps that appear in and around the vagina, anus, or
cervix in females or on the penis, scrotum, groin, or thigh in males.
They can be raised or flat, single or multiple, small or large. Some
cluster together to form a cauliflower-like shape. They are caused
by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are usually flesh-colored
and painless.
See Also: Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

Genitourinary Tract
Also called genitourinary system, urogenital system, or urogenital
tract. The organs involved in the production and excretion of urine
and in reproduction.

Genome
The complete set of genes for a particular organism.
See Also: Gene

Genotypic Antiretroviral Resistance Test (GART)
See: Genotypic Assay

Genotypic Assay
Also known as Genotypic Antiretroviral Resistance Test (GART). A
test that determines if HIV is resistant to particular anti-HIV drugs.
The test analyzes a sample of the virus from an individual’s blood to

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