Which Does NOT Accurately Describe Interferons

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Multiple Choice

Which does NOT accurately describe interferons?

• A) They are proteins produced by most cells of the body in response to infection by a virus.
• B) They interfere with viral replication in cells.
• C) They play a role in the killing of tumor cells.
• D) They kill bacteria by forming pores in the cell membrane.
• E) They bind to surface receptors on cells, and trigger cellular production of antiviral proteins.

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