Which of these statements is true of interferons?

A) All of these statements are true of interferons.
B) Alpha and beta interferons are proteins.
C) Alpha and beta interferons do not protect the infected cell; they are secreted by the infected cell and give protection to neighboring cells.
D) Alpha and beta interferons are produced by viral infected cells.


Ans: A) All of these statements are true of interferons.

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