The effects of tumor necrosis factor (TNF) in the body include which of the following?

a. stimulating granulocyte production
b. increasing T cell sensitivity to interleukins
c. slowing tumor growth and killing sensitive tumor cells
d. all of the listed responses are correct


Answer: d. all of the listed responses are correct

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