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Cytokine that provides nonspecific immun...

Cytokine that provides nonspecific immunity against viruses is

A

interleukin

B

tumour necrosis

C

colony stimulating

D

interferon.

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The correct Answer is:
D
Interferon is a group of proteins that increases . The resistance of cells to viral infection. Interferon also acts as cytokines and can enhance some immune responses. Three types of interferons have so far been discovered, alpha, beta and gamma, all of which have immune-modulating effects. Interferons are used in the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases.
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