Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 9ScienceWhy Do we Fall Ill1 Mark
Question
Interferons are anti _________ proteins.
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Answer
Interferons are anti Viral proteins. Explanation: Interferons $(IFNs)$ are a group of signalling proteins made and released by host cells in response to the presence of several pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria, parasites, and also tumor cells. Interferons are named for their ability to "interfere" with viral replication by protecting cells from virus infections.
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