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Interferons are proteins secreted by:
Interferons are proteins secreted by:
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Interferons are part of the body's innate immunity and are critical in controlling viral infections.
Updated On: Jan 28, 2025
- RBC
- WBC
- Bacteria infected cell
- Virus infected cell
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The Correct Option is D
Solution and Explanation
Interferons are proteins produced by cells in response to viral infections.
They play a key role in the immune response by inhibiting viral replication and activating immune cells like natural killer cells.
These proteins signal neighboring cells to heighten their antiviral defenses.
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