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A cell-coded protein that is formed in response to infection with most animal viruses is called as
A cell-coded protein that is formed in response to infection with most animal viruses is called as
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The correct option is B Interferon
Interferons are a group of signaling proteins made and released by the host cells in response to the presence of pathogens, such as viruses. A virus-infected cell will release interferons causing nearby cells to heighten their anti-viral defenses.
So, the correct answer is option B.
Interferons are a group of signaling proteins made and released by the host cells in response to the presence of pathogens, such as viruses. A virus-infected cell will release interferons causing nearby cells to heighten their anti-viral defenses.
So, the correct answer is option B.
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