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Interferons suppress the pathogenic activity of

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Bacteria
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Virus
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Protozoa
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Helminthes
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Solution

The correct option is B Virus
Interferons are glycoproteins which are released in response to several pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, and parasites. They boost the immune system which attacks the pathogen. It mainly interferes with the viral replication and protects from viral infection. It also activates the natural killer cells and macrophages.
So, the correct answer is option B.

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