What cell type kills cells infected by a virus as part of the specific immune response?
A) cytotoxic T cells
B) helper T cells
C) mast cells
D) natural killer cells
E) macrophages

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Cytotoxic T cells, also known as CD8+ T cells, are a type of lymphocyte that directly kills cells infected by viruses, playing a crucial role in the specific (adaptive) immune response.

What Cell Type Kills Cells Infected by a Virus as Part