MGIMS WARDHA MGIMS WARDHA Solved Paper-2014

  • question_answer
    Host cells in response to viral infections produces a low molecular weight protein, that protect other cells against further viral infection. This substance is

    A)  phytotoxin                        

    B)  antibody

    C)  hormone           

    D)  interferon

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

                    Host cell in response to viral infections show a specific defence system against them. Cells invaded by a virus produce an anti-viral protein called interferon (IFN). On reaching the nearby uninfected cells, it makes them resistant to virus infection.


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