NEET2009ZoologyHuman Health and DiseasesActual
Cytokines that provide non specific immunity against virus are
Options
- Ainterleukin
- Btumour necrosis
- Ccolony stimulating
- Dinterferon.
Correct answer
D. interferon.
Step-by-step solution
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.