One of the Strategies Used by Poxviruses to Inhibit Host $\beta$

question 1

Multiple Choice

One of the strategies used by poxviruses to inhibit host defenses involves the synthesis of a viral serpin.What is the function of the serpin?

• A)It inhibits components of the complement system.
• B)It prevent the presentation of peptides on MHC-I.
• C)It is a soluble receptor for the tumor necrosis factor.
• D)It binds to the PKR kinase and inhibits its activity.
• E)It inhibits a serine protease that activates interleukin-1\(\beta\).

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Connective

Relating to or denoting tissues that support, bind, or separate other tissues or organs, characterized by few cells and abundant extracellular matrix.

Glandular Tissue

Specialized tissue consisting of glands that produce and secrete substances needed for bodily functions, such as hormones or digestive enzymes.

Epithelial

Relating to the epithelium, a layer of cells covering the body surfaces, lining cavities and organs, and forming glands, with roles in protection, secretion, and absorption.

Semipermeable Membrane

A type of membrane that allows certain molecules or ions to pass through it by diffusion and often by facilitated diffusion.