The Proteins Found in Animals and Plants That Can Recognize

Question

The proteins found in animals and plants that can recognize general signs of viral infections are
A) RNA interference.
B) interferons.
C) T-lymphocytes.
D) surface receptors.
E) antibodies.

Accepted Answer

Interferons are proteins produced by the cells of most animals in response to viral infections; they signal neighboring cells to heighten their anti-viral defenses, thus playing a crucial role in the immune response to viruses.