Cells infected by virus produce interferons (an antiviral protein) which is antiviral. It spreads to neighbouring cells and makes them resistant to virus infections by inhibiting viral growth.
Similar Questions
Explore conceptually related problems
Read the statements (A - E) and answer the question following them. A - Rheumatoid arthritis is an auto-immune disease. B - During allergy, IgA type antibodies increases in plasma. C- Injection given to patients of snakebite, possess antibiotics. D- Humoral immunity is because of B-cells. E- Interferons are an example of a cytokine barrier. Identify the number of true statements?
Interferon is a protein that
Interferons were discovered by
Assertion : alpha - interferon are used in treatment of cancer. Reason : alpha -interferon provokes immune system to identify tumor cells
Interferons act against viral infection by
Interferons have been used in the treatment of
Assertion: Interferons help eliminate viral infections. Reason: Interferons released by infected cells reach the nearby uninfected cells and make them resistant to viral infection.
