The Function of Uterine NK Cells (UNK)is to _____

question 27

Multiple Choice

The function of uterine NK cells (uNK) is to _____.

• A)kill virus-infected cells
• B)secrete growth factors that promote blood vessel growth to supply the placenta
• C)activate resident macrophages by secreting inflammatory cytokines
• D)secrete 1000 times more type I interferon than other cells to protect the fetus from viral infection.

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