Which Statement Below Characterizes the Action of Interferon

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which statement below characterizes the action of interferon?

• A)Interferon,produced by a host cell in response to viral attack,is secreted and enters neighboring cells,stimulating the production of antiviral proteins in anticipation of an invasion.
• B)Interferon stimulates the hypothalamus to raise the body temperature,increasing metabolism and preventing the growth of temperature-sensitive pathogens.
• C)Interferon comprises a team of blood proteins that are activated in a cascade,ultimately leading to pathogen cytolysis,inflammation and enhanced phagocytosis.
• D)Interferon binds to cell surfaces and induces changes in genetic expression,eliminating not only pathogens,but cancer cells also.

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Definitions:

Ventral Visual Stream

A pathway in the brain involved in object recognition and form representation, extending from the visual cortex to the lower temporal lobe.

Dorsal Regions

Areas located on the back side of the body or brain, opposite to ventral regions.

Ventral Regions

Refers to the front or belly side of the body or an organ, especially in the context of anatomical directions.

SII

Secondary somatosensory cortex, a region of the brain involved in the processing of tactile information from the body.