Which cytokines are produced and released from virally infected host cells?
A)IL-1
B)IL-10
C)TNF-α
D)IFN-α and IFN-β

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IFNs are produced and released by virally infected cells in response to viral double-stranded RNA. IFN-α and IFN-β induce production of antiviral proteins, thereby conferring protection on uninfected cells. IFN-α or IFN-β is released from virally infected cells and attaches to a receptor on a neighboring cell. Interferons also enhance the efficiency of developing an acquired immune response.

Which Cytokines Are Produced and Released from Virally Infected Host