Which Statement About Interferons Is True

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Multiple Choice

Which statement about interferons is true?

• A) They signal neighboring cells to secrete antibodies.
• B) They increase resistance of neighboring cells to infection.
• C) They are a cyclic compound similar to cyclic AMP.
• D) They are produced by bacteria during bacterial infections.
• E) They are not considered part of an immune response.

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