Interferon in the blood acts as which type of nonspecific body defense?
A) Chemical barrier
B) Mechanical barrier
C) Fever
D) Inflammation
E) Phagocytosis

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Interferon is a type of protein released by host cells in response to the presence of pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, parasites, and tumor cells. It acts as a chemical barrier by signaling to neighboring cells to increase their defenses, inhibiting the spread of infections.

Interferon in the Blood Acts as Which Type of Nonspecific