Determine why cytokine medications, such as interferons, are often prescribed for viral infections, such as hepatitis B
What will be an ideal response?
Cytokine medications can prolong the effects of interferons and help prevent the spread of viral infections, such as hepatitis B. Interferons are generally produced in response to infection with intracellular agents such as viruses or intracellular bacteria, and are named for their ability to "interfere" with the ability of the pathogens to infect other cells. One of the primary actions of interferons is to inhibit viral replication inside host cells.
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A) hardening. B) ossification. C) calcification. D) osteogenesis. E) remodeling.
"Induced" abortions
A) happen due to physiological problems. B) are called "miscarriages." C) are performed when continuing a pregnancy represents a threat to the life and health of the mother. D) occur due to developmental problems. E) are performed at the woman's request.
What is the role of myosin phosphatase?
A. can rapidly develop action potentials B. shallow invaginations of cell membrane C. relatively constant tension maintained for a period of time D. intracellular cytoskeleton E. enzyme that removes phosphate from myosin
An autosomal dominant condition in a family will disappear if in any generation no one
inherits the disease. Indicate whether the statement is true or false