IFN-Gamma Protects the Host By

Question

IFN-gamma protects the host by
A) inducing dsRNA endonucleases.
B) interfering directly with viral replication.
C) having an immunomodulatory role.
D) inducing fever at the hypothalamus.
E) blocking adhesion of pathogens.

Accepted Answer

IFN-gamma has an immunomodulatory role, meaning it modulates the immune system's response to pathogens, rather than directly interfering with viral replication or inducing specific antiviral mechanisms like dsRNA endonucleases. It does not induce fever at the hypothalamus or block the adhesion of pathogens directly.